Aluminum Wheel Precautions - Toyota 1997 Corolla 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 there-
fore should not be used. Never use an in-
ner tube in a leaking wheel which is de-
signed for a tubeless tire.

Aluminum wheel precautions

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