Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Tire Dismounting and Mounting (Match Mounting)

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Chassis / Wheels/Tires / Wheels / Tire Dismounting and Mounting (Match Mounting)

Match mounting is required on any wheel/tire assembly not within RFV specification.

Important:

If a wheel/tire assembly is not within the RFV specification after match mounting, the tire must be returned to the tire manufacturer.

All wheel weights should be removed prior to match mounting.
Match mounting is required on any assembly where the RFV readings are out of spec.
Match mounting identified in the high spot of the tire and matches it with the low spot on the rim.
Marks must be aligned +/- 25mm PRIOR to inflation.

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