Locate the wheel weights on the inboard rim flange. If during static
balancing more than 28 grams (1 ounce) is needed, split the
weights as equally as possible between the inboard and outboard flanges.
Special polyester-coated clip-on wheel weights are to be used to balance
factory aluminum wheels. These weights are designated MC or P, and must be
used on aluminum wheels having a wide, 7.6 mm (19/64 in)
flange. A plastic tipped hammer should be used to prevent damage to the weight's
coating during installation.
Adhesive wheel weights are also available. Use the following procedure
to install adhesive wheel weights.
- Determine where the wheel weight is to be located on the inboard
side of the wheel and clean that area by sanding it to bare aluminum. Do not
sand the outboard side of the wheel as this will damage the clear coat finish.
- Wipe the sanded area with a mixture of half ispopropyl alcohol
and half water. Use a clean cloth or paper towel.
- Dry the area with hot air until the wheel surface is warm to the
touch.
- Warm the adhesive backing on the wheel balance weight to room
temperature.
- Remove the tape from the back of the weight. Do not touch the
adhesive tape.
- Apply the wheel weight and press on with hand pressure.
- Secure the wheel weight with a 70 to 110 N·m (16
to 25 lb ft) force applied with a roller.