maintenance

Tire Balance

for 2024 Rivian EDV 500 Dual Motor AWD (EDV) · FWD

Editorial review:Chris Hackleman — Master Technician · 20+ years

Difficulty

Easy

Time

2.0 h

Tools

Steps

✓Expert-verified. Personally reviewed and approved by OLP's master technicians (Chris Hackleman — 20+ years each). Always follow the vehicle's factory service information and torque specs.

This procedure covers balancing all four tires on a 2024 Rivian EDV 500 electric delivery van to correct wheel vibration and ensure even tire wear.

Warnings

⚠️The EDV 500 weighs over 7,000 lbs. Ensure jack and jack stands are rated for commercial vehicle weight and properly positioned on designated lift points.

⚠Always engage the electronic parking brake and place transmission in Park before lifting vehicle.

ℹ️Wheel lug nut torque specifications are not available in the database. Consult Rivian service documentation or lug nut markings for proper torque value (typically 140-160 ft-lb for commercial vehicles).

Tools required

Hydraulic floor jackEssential

Jack stands (4)Essential

Torque wrench (50-200 ft-lb range)Essential

Wheel balancing machineEssential

Tire iron or impact wrench

Wheel weight pliersEssential

Valve core tool

Tire pressure gaugeEssential

Wheel chocksEssential

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Parts

Adhesive wheel weights × 1 — Assorted sizes 0.25-2.0 oz
Clip-on wheel weights × 1 — Assorted sizes 0.25-2.0 oz
Valve stem caps × 4 — Standard rubber or aluminum

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Preparation

Park vehicle on level, solid surface and engage electronic parking brake
Place wheel chocks behind rear wheels if lifting front, or front wheels if lifting rear
Verify tire pressure gauge is calibrated and wheel balancing machine is properly calibrated
Inspect all tires for damage, irregular wear, or embedded objects that could affect balance
Mark each wheel position (LF, RF, LR, RR) with chalk or tape to maintain rotation tracking

Procedure

1
Raise vehicle and remove first wheel
Position hydraulic jack under designated front lift point per Rivian EDV specifications. Raise vehicle until tire clears ground, then install jack stand. Loosen lug nuts in star pattern and remove wheel. Place wheel aside with tire face up to prevent damage to wheel finish.
2
Clean wheel and inspect for damage
Remove all existing wheel weights using wheel weight pliers. Clean wheel rim thoroughly where weights were attached, removing all adhesive residue. Inspect wheel for bends, cracks, or damage to bead seating area. Check tire for sidewall bulges, tread separation, or punctures.
3
Mount wheel on balancing machine
Select appropriate centering cone for Rivian EDV wheel bore. Mount wheel securely on balancing machine spindle. Enter wheel diameter, width, and offset measurements into balancing machine according to tire sidewall markings and wheel specifications.
4
Perform balance measurement
Lower protective hood and initiate spin cycle on balancing machine. Allow machine to complete full measurement cycle. Note imbalance readings for both inner and outer wheel planes displayed by machine.
5
Apply corrective wheel weights
Position wheel according to balancing machine indicators showing where weights should be placed. For alloy wheels, use adhesive weights on inner barrel. Apply weights at locations indicated by machine, ensuring proper adhesion by pressing firmly for 5-10 seconds. For significant imbalances, split weights between multiple positions as needed.
6
Verify balance correction
Spin wheel again on balancing machine to verify balance correction. Imbalance should read less than 0.25 oz on both inner and outer planes. If readings exceed this, add or adjust weights as indicated by machine and re-verify.
7
Check and adjust tire pressure
Remove valve stem cap and check tire pressure with calibrated gauge. Adjust to pressure specified on Rivian EDV door placard (typically 60-80 PSI for commercial delivery vehicle). Install new valve stem cap.
8
Reinstall balanced wheel
Mount balanced wheel onto hub, aligning with studs. Install lug nuts hand-tight in star pattern. Lower vehicle until tire just contacts ground but weight is still on jack stand. Torque lug nuts to manufacturer specification in star pattern using torque wrench. Fully lower vehicle and remove jack stand.
9
Repeat for remaining three wheels
Proceed to next wheel position and repeat steps 1-8 for each remaining wheel. Work in systematic pattern (front to rear, same side, then opposite side) to maintain organization and ensure all wheels are balanced.

Reassembly

Verify all four wheels are properly torqued to specification after vehicle weight is fully on wheels
Double-check that all wheel weights are securely attached and valve stem caps are installed
Remove wheel position markings if temporary marking method was used
Store all tools and clean work area of removed wheel weights and debris

Verification

Test drive vehicle at various speeds (25-65 mph) to verify vibration has been eliminated
Pay attention to steering wheel feedback and seat vibration that would indicate remaining imbalance
Re-check lug nut torque after 50-100 miles of driving
Verify tire pressures are correct on all four tires using TPMS display or manual gauge

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