Aluminum Wheel Precautions - Toyota 2001 Prius Owner's Manual

Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
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Aluminum wheel precautions

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When installing
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
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If you have
therefore
changed your tires, check
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
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When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
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Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
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When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
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As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.
aluminum wheels,
rotated, repaired, or
that the