Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Over-torqued lug nuts: symptoms and risks A vibration that starts after a tire change, wheel rotation, brake service, or wheel installation is a reason to check the wheel mounting–...

Why lug nuts can tighten without clamping the wheel A lug nut can feel tight–and may even reach the specified torque–while the wheel is not securely clamped against the hub. This h...

A wheel can be correctly balanced and still cause vibration. Conventional balancing corrects uneven mass; it does not necessarily correct a tire that varies in stiffness as it roll...

A vibration that starts after changing wheels may come from an imbalance, incorrect centering, loose or incorrectly seated hardware, interference, or a damaged tire or wheel. The s...

A click or clunk that starts after a wheel change may come from a loose or incorrectly seated wheel, a centering or clearance problem, or a damaged wheel or tire. Note when the sou...

A wheel that rocks, sits visibly off-center, or produces vibration after installation may not have a wheel defect. Rust or scale on the hub’s mounting face–or on the wheel-mounting...

Recheck wheel fasteners after installation if the vehicle, wheel, spacer or adapter manufacturer specifies an interval. Follow that instruction first: there is no single retorque i...

A wider wheel can rub because it extends farther toward the suspension, the fender, or both. But wheel width is only one possible cause: offset, tire size, incorrect mounting, or a...

Freshly refinished wheels that seem to lose lug-nut torque need prompt attention. Paint or powder coat on the wheel’s flat mounting face can compress, chip or settle after installa...

A vibration that starts after installing wheel spacers is a reason to check the fitment before continuing to drive at speed. A spacer can change how the wheel is centered and clamp...