Wheel Clamp
00 · About this guide
Contents.
This guide covers setup, the 6-step install, adapter-plate mounting, and runout zeroing for the ASWG002 Wheel Clamp. Read the safety section before first use.
- 01Anatomy & specs01
- 026-step install02
- 03Adapter plate · Knob peg03
- 04Zero the adapter04
- 05Runout troubleshooting · Warranty05
!Read first
- The clamp mounts to the outer face of the wheel rim. Inspect the rim for damage before mounting.
- All four locator pins must seat firmly against the rim. A loose or off-center clamp gives bad readings.
- When you do not use a 3D alignment system, you must zero the adapter plate against the wheel hub before measuring.
- Chock the rear wheels. Engine off. Parking brake on.
01 · Anatomy
Know the clamp.
Adapter plateHandleLocator pins (set of 4)Parts
- Locator pins (×4). Reversible. Seat against the rim's outer edge.
- Clamp frame. Two arms that expand to span the rim.
- Tension knob. Lengthens or shortens the clamp to fit the rim size, then tightens it evenly against all four pins.
- Adapter socket. Thumb turn lock for the magnetic gauge adapter plate.
Tech specs
| Rim range | 11-25 inches |
| Mount time | ~30 seconds |
| Frame | Steel alloy |
| Adapter plate | Chrome-plated, universal magnet |
| Pin style | Adjustable, reversible |
What’s in the box
- 1× ASWG002 Wheel Clamp
- 1× ASWG002 Accessory Kit
- ASWG002 Handle with Hex Key
- ASWG002-AP Adapter Plate
- ASWG001-RS4 Locator Pins (Set of 4)
- 1× Knob Peg (optional, attaches to the tension knob)
- 1× User Guide (this booklet)
02 · Install
Mount in 6 steps.
Six moves to a square, centered clamp. Each step takes seconds. Total mount time is about 30 seconds.
Fit the handle
Fit the handle onto the clamp and tighten its screw with the included hex key.
Pins in the frame
Place the locator pins into the desired slots on the clamp frame.
Pins face inward
All four pins point inward so they catch the rim’s outer edge.
Open wider than rim
Expand the clamp slightly wider than the rim so it drops over the edge.
Top pins on rim
Gently place the top locator pins over the outer edge of the rim.
All four pins seated
Align the bottom pins and tighten until all four pins seat firmly on the rim.
Confirm the mount
Verify the clamp does not move under hand pressure. Proceed to alignment.
03 · Accessories
Mount adapter & knob peg.
The magnetic adapter plate is the surface your camber and caster gauges attach to. The knob peg is an optional attachment for the tension knob.
Mount the adapter plate
Loosen the thumb turn
Insert the plate
Tighten the thumb turn
Install the knob peg (optional)
Align the hex nut
Secure with screw
04 · Runout
Zero the adapter.
If you do not use a 3D alignment system, you must zero the adapter plate against the wheel hub. The goal is for the adapter to sit in the same plane as the hub. Tilt or misalignment puts errors into every camber and caster reading.
Inflate the tire
Raise the wheel
Mount a digital level
Rotate in steps
Adjust if the reading drifts
Confirm stable across a full rotation
05 · Troubleshooting
Can’t zero it?
If the adapter does not zero, work through these in order. One of them is the cause.
Car not level on turn plates
Uneven floor or misaligned turn plates make the vehicle sit at an angle. Confirm both turn plates and the floor surface are level before starting.
Wheel bearing play
Loose or worn bearings let the wheel shift mid-rotation. Inspect, tighten, or replace before continuing.
Hub not round or flat
Hub damage or rust throws off anything mounted to it. Clean the hub and inspect for damage.
Wheel not round or square
A bent or defective rim wobbles as it rotates. Inspect the rim. Repair or replace before continuing.
Clamp not centered or evenly tightened
One pin off-center or one side over-tightened tilts the whole clamp. Re-mount with all four pins seating equally.
Gauge not mounted flat & square
A gauge that is itself out of square will read wrong. Confirm your gauge is flush against the adapter plate.
Always level the gauge on the wheel clamp before taking any measurements. A gauge that was not zeroed at the start makes every subsequent reading wrong.
1-year replacement warranty
AutoSolo warrants the ASWG002 against manufacturing defects for one year from original retail purchase. Non-transferable. Coverage excludes abuse, modification, shipping damage, and use outside the rim range. Email support@autosolotools.com with proof of purchase and photos of the defect within 30 days of discovery. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.