5 tips for o better maintenance of your tire, how you can make it last longer, and enhance your safety.
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| 5 BASIC TIPS ON TIRE MAINTENANCE. |
- Check the pressure of all tires, including your spare, at least once a month when the tires are "cold," meaning that the car hasn't been driven for at least three hours. The tire inflation pressure — measured in both kilopascals and pounds per square inch — can be found on the tire and loading information label on the driver's side door edge or in your owner's manual.
- Check your tire's tread at least once a month when you're checking their pressure. Tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevents your vehicle from slipping and sliding, especially when the road is icy or wet. Tires are not safe and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch.
- Having your tires balanced and a wheel alignment performed by a qualified technician is important for the safety of your vehicle as well as to maximize the life of your tires. Tire balancing ensures your wheels rotate properly and don't cause the vehicle to shake or vibrate. A wheel alignment maximizes tire life and prevents your car from veering to the right or left when driving on a straight, level road.
- Rotating your tires can help reduce irregular wear, which will help your tires last longer and maintain better fuel efficiency. Check your owner's manual for information on how frequently the tires should be rotated and the best rotation pattern.
- Purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle's original tires or another size recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Check your owner's manual or the tire and loading information label, or post to find the correct size for your car or truck.
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