[header] How to replace luggage wheels [title] Wipe your wheels down before replacing them. [step] Sometimes wheels don't work because they're caked with dirt or debris. Clean with a damp cloth and look for anything wedged in the wheel to make sure it needs to be replaced. 
You may find that a thorough cleaning the wheels and removing anything lodged in them fixes the problem. [substeps] Washing the wheels also gives you a clean surface to work with as you replace them.