Should Wheel Balancing Be Performed After Tire Replacement?
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As long as the tire and wheel hub have been disassembled and reassembled, wheel balancing is necessary. Whether you're replacing the tire or the wheel hub, or even if nothing is replaced and the tire is simply removed from the rim for inspection, as long as the hub and tire are reassembled, wheel balancing must be performed. Therefore, wheel balancing is even more essential after tire repairs. Below is relevant information about wheel balancing: 1. Introduction to Wheel Balancing: Wheel balancing involves adjusting the balance of the wheel. 2. Hazards of Not Performing Wheel Balancing: Simply put, if wheel balancing is not performed, it can easily lead to steering wheel vibrations at high speeds, or even tire wobbling and bouncing, which in severe cases may result in loss of control and subsequent traffic accidents. Moreover, skipping wheel balancing can cause uneven tire wear, affecting both the tire's lifespan and driving safety.