Wheel and Tire Notes

Wheel and tire

Notes on wheels and tires
1. Do not use wheels or tires other than specified types.
2. Aluminum wheels are easily scratched. Use a soft cloth when washing them, never a wire brush. If vehicle is steam cleaned, do not allow boiling water to contact wheels.
3. If alkaline compounds (such as saltwater or road salts) get on aluminum wheels, wash them as soon as possible to prevent damage. Use a mild detergent only.

Notes regarding tire replacement
Note the following points when tires are to be removed or mounted onto wheels.
1. Be careful not to damage the tire bead, wheel rim bead or outer edge of wheel rim.
2. Use a wire brush, fine sandpaper or cloth to clean and remove all rust and/or dirt from wheel rim
3. Clean aluminum wheels with a soft cloth, never a wire brush or sandpaper.
4. Remove any pebbles, glass, nails and other foreign items embedded in tire treads.
5. Be sure valve stem is installed carefully.
6. Apply a soapy solution to tire bead and edge of wheel.
7. If a tire iron must be used to change a tire on an aluminum wheel, use a piece of rubber between the tire iron and wheel to avoid damage. Work should be done on a rubber mat, not on a hard or rough surface.