Wheels (Rims)
NOTE:
Mounting a regular tire on a high-pressure compact spare wheel is not permitted. Attempting to mount a tire of one diameter on a wheel of a different diameter or flange type may result in serious injury or death. If the wheel identification stamp is not legible, or cannot be found, do not use the wheel until the size and type have been properly identified. Wheels of different diameter, offset, or width cannot be mixed on the same axle. Bead seat tapers cannot be interchanged.
| Condition | Code | Procedure |
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| Bead leaking, caused by wheel | A | Require repair or replacement |
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NOTE:
Do not attempt to correct a bent rim.
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| Bent hub mounting surface | A | Require replacement |
| Bent rim, causing vibration | 2 | Suggest replacement |
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NOTE:
Do not attempt to correct a bent rim.
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| Broken | A | Require replacement |
| Cast wheel porous, causing a leak | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Clip-on balance weight is incorrect type for rim flange | 2 | Suggest replacement of weight |
| Corrosion affecting structural integrity | A | Require replacement |
| Corrosion build-up on wheel mounting surface | A | Require repair |
| Cracked | B | Require replacement |
| Directional/asymmetrical wheels mounted incorrectly | B | Require remounting and/or repositioning |
| Load capacity less than OEM specifications | B | Require replacement |
| Mating surface distorted | A | Require replacement |
| Offset mismatched on same axle | B | Require replacement |
| Rivets leaking | A | Require replacement |
| Run-out beyond OEM specs | B | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Some wire-spoke wheels may be repaired.
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| Stud holes elongated | A | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Inspect wheel attaching hardware for damage.
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| Welded or brazed repair | 2 | Suggest replacement |
| Welds leaking | A | Require replacement |
| Wheel centering (pilot) hole incorrect | B | Require replacement |