Purpose: Balancing ensures that the weight of the tire and wheel assembly is evenly distributed around the axle. Procedure: Mounting: The wheel and tire are mounted on a balancing machine. Spin Testing: The machine spins the wheel to determine where weights need to be added. Adding Weights: Small weights are attached to the rim to counterbalance any heavy spots identified during the test. Final Testing: The wheel is spun again to ensure it spins evenly without vibrations. Benefits: Smooth Ride: Eliminates vibrations felt through the steering wheel and vehicle. Reduced Wear: Minimizes wear on suspension components, bearings, and tires. Improved Safety: Ensures stability and control, especially at higher speeds. Wheel Alignment: Wheel alignment refers to adjusting the angles of the wheels to ensure they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. Proper alignment enhances vehicle handling, steering response, and tire longevity. There are three main types of alignment adjustments: Camber: The angle of the wheel relative to the vertical axis. Proper camber ensures even tire wear and optimal contact with the road. Toe: The angle of the wheels relative to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle. Toe alignment ensures straight-line stability and reduces tire wear. Caster: The angle of the steering axis when viewed from the side of the vehicle. Caster affects steering stability and returnability after a turn. Signs You Need Wheel Balancing and Alignment: Vibrations: Vibrations felt through the steering wheel or seats, especially at higher speeds, indicate the need for wheel balancing. Pulling: The vehicle pulling to one side while driving straight suggests an alignment issue. Uneven Tire Wear: Uneven tread wear patterns on tires indicate alignment problems. Steering Responsiveness: Difficulty steering or a tendency for the vehicle to wander may indicate alignment issues.