For static balancing (
not recommended
), find the location of the heavy spot
causing the imbalance (1). Counter balance the wheel directly opposite the heavy
spot. Determine weight required to counterbalance the area of imbalance. Place
half of this weight on the
inner
rim flange and the other half on the
outer
rim
flange (3) at the predetermined spots.
Aluminum wheels use a different type wheel weight than steel wheels. Be sure to
use the correct wheel weight for the wheel type.
Always verify the balance. When using off-vehicle equipment, remount the tire
and wheel assembly 180 degrees on the balancer spindle and recheck balance.
Balance variation from one spot to the other should not be more than 0.125 (?)
ounce. If variation is more than 0.125 ounce, balancing equipment could be
malfunctioning, or the wrong collet/cone may have been used.
If difficult to balance, break down the tire and wheel assembly and check for
loose debris inside the tire. Prior to disassembly, mark (index) the tire at the
valve stem. Use this mark in order to remount the tire in its original orientation
with respect to the wheel.
TIRE AND WHEEL ROTATION
NON-DIRECTIONAL TREAD PATTERN TIRES
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual for rotation schedules.
2014 Jeep Patriot Limited
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