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Wheel Balance
Wheel balance refers to the proper distribution of weight around a revolving tire and wheel assembly. Wheels that are not balanced can impact for the vehicle and your safety. We recommend that you have your wheels balanced every 10-15,000km.
Proper wheel balance ensures that the spinning wheels do not have a heavy spot that can cause vibration and premature wear of tires, struts, shocks and other steering and suspension parts. This is accomplished by placing measured lead weights on the opposite side of the 'heavy spot' (the noticeable tread wear on your unbalanced tire). Balanced wheels help to ensure a smooth drive.
Some good signs that your wheels are unbalanced are:
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