Info - Use Recommended Tire Mounting Lubricant to Prevent Tires from Slipping on Chrome Wheels
| Subject: | Use Recommended Tire Mounting Lubricant To Prevent Tires From Slipping on Chrome Wheels |
| Models: | 2006 and Prior Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks (including Saturn) |
| 2006 and Prior HUMMER H2 |
| 2006 HUMMER H3 |
This bulletin replaces previous bulletins on this subject. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Numbers 93-3-6, 93-3-11, 93-3E-63, 93-3E-103, 93-169-3E, and T-93-93 (Section 03 - Suspension).
This bulletin is being issued to provide dealers with information as to which lubricant should be used when mounting tires to chrome wheels.
Some cases of tires slipping on chrome wheels have been reported. This usually occurs when vehicles are driven aggressively immediately after tire mounting. Hard acceleration and/or braking are also usually involved. This condition will affect wheel balance, which could result in a vibration concern.
To reduce the chance of tires rotating on their wheels, GM Rubber Lubricant, P/N 12345884, (in Canada, P/N 5728223) MUST be used. Also, the vehicle should not be driven aggressively for at least 6-8 hours after tire mounting to allow the lubricant to dry. This information should be communicated to the customer.
