Volkswagen Golf Quiz
Running gear, axles, steering

Checking radial and lateral run-out on wheel rim

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  • Attach rim to wheel balancing machine.
  • Use the centring system for wheel balancing machines -VAS 5271-.
  • Preload tyre gauge approx. 2 mm.
  • Turn rim slowly.
  • Make a note of the smallest and largest deflection of the indicator needle.
S - Lateral run-out
H - Radial run-out
  • Compare the measured values with the specifications in the table → Anchor.
Note Extreme values on the tyre gauge due to small irregularities may be disregarded.
Checking radial and lateral run-out on wheel rim

Specifications for radial and lateral runout on wheel

Rim Radial run-out (mm) Lateral run-out (mm)
Steel wheel 0.5 0.5
Alloy wheel 0.5 0.8
Note If the measured value exceeds the specification, acceptably smooth running cannot be attained.

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