FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Wheels: Testing and Inspection

WHEEL RUNOUT CHECK





Jack up the vehicle so that the wheels are clear of the floor. While slowly turning the wheel, measure wheel runout with a dial indicator.

Limit:
Radial Runout:
Steel wheel; 1.2 mm (0.05 inch) or less
Aluminum wheel; 1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less
Lateral Runout:
Steel wheel; 1.2 mm (0.05 inch) or less
Aluminum wheel; 1.0 mm (0.04 inch) or less