Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis. Consider an alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one side or the other. Some slight pull to the left or right, depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a smooth road, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates to the system developed by the United States
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear,
traction, and temperature pe ...
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel
nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it. ...
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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays
For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth
to wipe surfaces.
Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush
to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by
gently rubbing to clean. Never use ...
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm
the kit in a heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire faster.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to
a level place. Turn on the hazard warning fla ...
Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery on page 10-22.
If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables
to start your vehicle.
Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.
Warning
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessorie ...
