1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 263

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Your dealer will know kind of wheel you need. the The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the carefully atthe factory to give you the longest tire life same way as the oneit replaces. and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not If you needto replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new original GM needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the your vehicle pullingone way or the other,the alignment right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts your for may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels Chevrolet model. may need to be rebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that bent, cracked, or badly rusted is or corroded.If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace (except some aluminum it wheels, which can sometimes repaired). See your be Chevrolet dealerif any of these conditions exist. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nutson your vehiclecan be dangerous. It of your could affect the braking and handling vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose n control. You could have collision i which youor a others could beinjured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement. 6-42