Description: Wheel balance refers to the proper distribution of weight around a revolving tire and wheel
assembly. Poor wheel balance can have a marked impact on both your car and your safety.
Purpose: Proper wheel balance ensures that the wheels, while spinning, do not have a heavy spot that
can cause vibration and premature wear of tires, struts, shocks and other steering and suspension
components. When combined with proper wheel alignment, balanced wheels ensure smooth and
enjoyable driving.
Maintenance Tips/Suggestions: The most common signs of unbalanced tires are vibration and noise
problems. When driving with an out-of-balance wheel, the wheel literally bounces down the road rather
than spinning smoothly. This can affect the speed, handling and mileage of your car. Many of today's
cars have lightweight suspension systems and are therefore, more sensitive to imbalance than older
cars. It's a good idea to have your car's wheels balanced when rotating the tires, about every 6,000
miles. It's not uncommon for wheels to lose a wheel weight from time to time; so periodic balancing
minimizes the impact of unbalanced wheels on your car.
assembly. Poor wheel balance can have a marked impact on both your car and your safety.
Purpose: Proper wheel balance ensures that the wheels, while spinning, do not have a heavy spot that
can cause vibration and premature wear of tires, struts, shocks and other steering and suspension
components. When combined with proper wheel alignment, balanced wheels ensure smooth and
enjoyable driving.
Maintenance Tips/Suggestions: The most common signs of unbalanced tires are vibration and noise
problems. When driving with an out-of-balance wheel, the wheel literally bounces down the road rather
than spinning smoothly. This can affect the speed, handling and mileage of your car. Many of today's
cars have lightweight suspension systems and are therefore, more sensitive to imbalance than older
cars. It's a good idea to have your car's wheels balanced when rotating the tires, about every 6,000
miles. It's not uncommon for wheels to lose a wheel weight from time to time; so periodic balancing
minimizes the impact of unbalanced wheels on your car.
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