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Info - New Flat Wheel Mount Design for 2003 Model Year Aluminum Wheels

Subject:New Flat Wheel Mount Design for 2003 Model Year Aluminum Wheels

Models:2003 Chevrolet Malibu
2003 Oldsmobile Alero
2003 Pontiac Grand Am



A new improved flat wheel mount design has been incorporated on aluminum wheels for the above listed vehicles for the 2003 model year. The intent of this updated design is to enhance the overall performance of the vehicle's corner assembly. This design also includes a new Teflon® coating on the wheel studs and wheel nuts.

Important: Due to these new design changes, it is important to note that 2003 model year aluminum wheels SHOULD NEVER be used to back service past model vehicles.

Part number changes and labeling have occurred for the 2003 model year aluminum wheels, wheel studs and wheel nuts.