2019 CHEVROLET CRUZE wheel alignment

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Vehicle Care 229
Wheel Alignment and TireBalance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 290
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 305
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Towing the Vehicle
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Recreational VehicleTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Appearance Care
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
General Information
For service and parts needs, visit
your dealer. You will receive
genuine GM parts and GM-trained
and supported service people.
Genuine GM parts have one of
these marks:
California Proposition
65 Warning
{Warning
Most motor vehicles, including
this one, as well as many of its
service parts and fluids, contain
and/or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Engine
exhaust, many parts and
systems, many fluids, and some
component wear by-products
contain and/or emit these
chemicals. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.
See Battery - North America 0250
and Jump Starting - North America
0 306 and the back cover.

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Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire
inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the
unusual wear continues after the
rotation, check the wheel
alignment.
SeeWhen It Is Time for New
Tires 0285 andWheel
Replacement 0290.
Use this rotation pattern when
rotating the tires. Do not include the compact
spare tire in the tire rotation.
Adjust the front and rear tires to
the recommended inflation
pressure on the Tire and
Loading Information label after
the tires have been rotated.
See
Tire Pressure 0277 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0165.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor
System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0280.
Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut Torque” underCapacities
and Specifications 0338.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause a crash. When
changing a wheel, remove any
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.
Lightly coat the center of the
wheel hub with wheel bearing
grease after a wheel change or
tire rotation to prevent corrosion
or rust build-up. Do not get
grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
When It Is Time for New
Tires
Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
affect the wear rate of the tires.

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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.
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.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.
{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.
Caution
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.
Used Replacement Wheels
{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.
When replacing wheels, use a
new GM original equipment
wheel.

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With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear. .
As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs
of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires. Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see
Interior Care 0317 and
Exterior Care 0312.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.

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376 Index
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
TaillampsBack-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 344
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . 50, 51
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Low Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277, 278
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 280
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 279
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Sealant and Compressor Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Tires (cont'd)
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Terminology and Definitions . . 274
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 290
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213, 214
Towing General Information . . . . . . . . . . 226
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 310
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 128
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Transmission
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 288
Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
V
VehicleAlarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 337
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 127
Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealantand Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 299
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353

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Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
W
Wait to Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
WarningBrake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . .211
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 290
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 91
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 252
Wipers Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112