This procedure covers balancing all four tires on a 2018-2024 Toyota Camry to eliminate vibration and ensure even tire wear.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Adhesive wheel weights (assorted) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Clip-on wheel weights (assorted) × 1 — Use OEM specification

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level, solid surface and engage parking brake
2. Loosen all wheel lug nuts 1/4 turn while wheels are still on ground
3. Lift vehicle at designated jack points and secure on jack stands at all four corners
4. Remove all four wheels and inspect for damage to wheel rims and tire sidewalls
5. Check tire pressure specification on driver door jamb sticker (typically 35 PSI front/33 PSI rear)

Procedure

1. 1

   Prepare first wheel for balancing
   Clean the wheel hub mounting surface and inner wheel barrel with a wire brush to remove any dirt, rust, or old wheel weights. Remove all existing wheel weights from both the inner and outer rim surfaces. Inspect the wheel for bends, cracks, or damage that could prevent proper balancing.
2. 2

   Mount wheel on balancer
   Select the appropriate cone or centering adapter for the 2018-2024 Camry wheel center bore. Mount the wheel securely on the balancing machine spindle, ensuring it sits flush against the mounting plate. Hand-tighten the wing nut or locking mechanism to secure the wheel.
3. 3

   Input wheel specifications
   Measure and enter wheel diameter (typically 16", 17", or 18" depending on trim level), wheel width, and distance from balancer to weight placement plane into the balancing machine. For 2018-2024 Camry, verify wheel size matches vehicle specification.
4. 4

   Perform balance spin cycle
   Lower the balancer hood or safety guard. Start the spin cycle and allow the machine to complete its measurement. The machine will indicate the amount and location of weight needed on both the inner and outer rim surfaces.
   ⚠Ensure wheel is properly secured before spinning. An improperly mounted wheel can come loose during balancing.
5. 5

   Apply correction weights
   Rotate the wheel to the first position indicated by the balancer. Clean the rim surface with a cloth at the weight application point. Apply the specified weight amount at the indicated position on the outer rim. Rotate to the inner position and apply the inner weight. For 2018-2024 Camry alloy wheels, use adhesive weights on visible outer surfaces and clip-on weights on inner surfaces if rim design permits.
6. 6

   Verify balance accuracy
   Perform a final spin cycle to verify the wheel is balanced within specification (typically 0.25 oz or less total imbalance). If balance is not within tolerance, adjust weight placement or add/remove weight as indicated by the machine. Repeat verification spin until acceptable balance is achieved.
7. 7

   Repeat for remaining wheels
   Remove the balanced wheel from the machine and set aside in a clean area. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each of the remaining three wheels. Keep wheels organized by their original vehicle position if not performing rotation.
8. 8

   Reinstall wheels on vehicle
   Mount each wheel onto its corresponding hub, ensuring the wheel sits flush against the hub surface. Install all five lug nuts hand-tight in a star pattern to center the wheel properly. Use a torque wrench to tighten lug nuts to specification in a star pattern, making multiple passes to reach final torque.
   ⚠Always torque lug nuts in a star pattern across from each other, never in a circular sequence.
   Torque spec

   Wheel Lug Nuts140 Nm (103 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Verify tire pressures
   With all wheels installed, lower the vehicle to the ground and remove jack stands. Use a tire pressure gauge to check all four tires. Adjust pressures to match the specification on the driver door jamb (typically 35 PSI front, 33 PSI rear for 2018-2024 Camry). Ensure valve caps are installed on all four wheels.

Reassembly

1. Perform final torque check on all lug nuts with vehicle on ground using star pattern
2. Install center wheel caps if equipped
3. Reset TPMS system if tire positions were changed during rotation

Verification

• Test drive vehicle at various speeds (30-65 mph) to verify vibration has been eliminated
• Check for any unusual steering wheel shake or vehicle vibration during acceleration and cruising
• Re-torque lug nuts after 50-100 miles of driving to confirm they remain properly torqued
• Verify tire pressures remain at specification after test drive

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