Aluminum Wheel - Subaru IMPREZA 2004 Service Manual

Aluminum Wheel

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM
4. Aluminum Wheel
A: REMOVAL
Refer to Steel Wheel for removal procedure of alu-
minum wheels. <Ref. to WT-5, REMOVAL, Steel
Wheel.>
B: INSTALLATION
Refer to Steel Wheel for installation procedure of
aluminum wheels. <Ref. to WT-5, INSTALLATION,
Steel Wheel.>
C: INSPECTION
Refer to Steel Wheel for inspection procedure of
aluminum wheels. <Ref. to WT-5, INSPECTION,
Steel Wheel.>
Rim runout:
Axial runout limit Radial runout limit
1.0 mm (0.039 in)
D: CAUTION
Aluminum wheels are easily scratched. To main-
tain their appearance and safety, do the following:
1) Do not damage the aluminum wheels during re-
moval, installation, wheel balancing, etc. After re-
moving the aluminum wheels, place them on a
rubber mat, etc.
2) While the vehicle is being driven, be careful not
to ride over sharp obstacles or allow the aluminum
wheels to contact the shoulder of road.
3) When installing a tire chain, be sure to install it
properly not to have slack; otherwise it may hit the
wheel while driving.
4) When washing the aluminum wheel, use neutral
synthetic detergent and water. Avoid using the
cleanser including abrasive, hard brushes or an au-
tomatic car washer.
WT-6