Wheel Runout Inspection

NOTE: When measuring the front wheel runout, turn the back side of the wheel slowly by hand.
  1. Raise the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
  1. Check for a bent or deformed wheel.
  1. Set up the dial gauge as shown, and measure the axial runout by turning the wheel.
    Front and rear wheel axial runout:
    Standard:
    Steel wheel: 0−1.0 mm (0−0.04 in.)
    Aluminum wheel: 0−0.7 mm (0−0.03 in.)
    Service limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in.)