Buick Enclave: Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance. Wheel Replacement. Tire Chains
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 will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, check the alignment
if there is unusual tire wear or if the vehicle is pulling to one side or the other.
If the vehicle vibrates when driving on a smooth road, the tires and wheels might
need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. 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. Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions
exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width,
offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
sensors with new GM original equipment parts. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground
clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See If a Tire Goes Flat for more information. Used Replacement Wheels When replacing wheels, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for
the vehicle's tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's
instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device
if it contacts the vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires.Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Wheel Replacement
WARNING
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air, and
cause loss of control, causing a crash. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.WARNING
Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far
it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.Tire Chains
WARNING
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a
vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension,
or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause loss of
control and a crash.
