Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Wheel and Tire Inspection

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRE
a. Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.





Cold tire Inflation pressure





a. Using a dial indicator, check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 1.4 mm (0.055 inch) or less





2. ROTATE TIRE

HINT: See the illustration for where to rotate each tire.





3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE
a. Check and adjust the Off-the-car balance.
b. If necessary, check and adjust the on-the-car balance.
Imbalance after adjustment: 8.0 g (0.018 lb) or less
4. INSPECT BEARING BACKLASH
5. INSPECT BEARING BACKLASH
6. INSPECT AXLE HUB DEVIATION
7. INSPECT AXLE HUB DEVIATION