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date: 2016-02-01
title: Chromtec™ Wheels
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## Background
From November 2015 Technical Change, Kluger Grande adopted Chromtec™ chrome clad 19” alloy wheels.

This design features the use of an alloy wheel with a hard wearing plastic face permanently bonded to the structural backbone wheel that provides the wheel with its overall design and surface finish.

Chromtec™ cladding allows the underlying alloy wheel to be lighter in weight, whilst the hard wearing face provides greater resistance against wear from the elements such as sand and dirt than a traditional chrome plated wheel.

Chromtec™ technology offers the ability to create tighter radii, sharper lines and details by using high-impact composite materials.

![Chromtec™ Wheel](http://static.toyotainstituteaustralia.com.au/img/content/factsheets/32/chromtec.jpg)
_Chromtec™ Wheel shown_

**NOTE:** Chromtec™ cladding is not to be confused with hubcaps – the cladding is not to be removed or replaced.

## General Precautions
Chromtec™ cladding is not removable – the cladding cannot to be removed or replaced. **Do not attempt to remove the cladding or it will be damaged.**

## Care & Maintenance
Care and maintenance is as per the Owner’s Manual instructions for alloy wheels, refer below.

* Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent, do not use hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemicals cleaners.
* Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after a long drive in hot weather.
* Wash detergent from wheels immediately after cleaning.

## Tyre Replacement
When replacing or balancing Chromtec™ wheels be mindful of the Chromtec™ cladding and that the cladding edge does not get caught on or contact balancing or tyre replacement equipment.