| Pay attention to the condition of your tires. They are | | | | tires rotated. Speak to your tire dealer about any |
| an important factor in the safety of you and your | | | | issues relating to misalignment, tire balance and |
| fellow passengers while driving. Tire care and safety | | | | rotation. The general rule of thumb is to rotate your |
| is a simple and easy process. In fact the Rubber | | | | tires every 6,000 miles. However, always check your |
| Manufacturers Association (RMA) recommends that | | | | owner’s manual for their specific |
| you make a habit of checking them every month. It | | | | recommendation. |
| only takes five minutes. Remember to check the | | | | Worn tires can result in hydroplaning or skidding. You |
| spare too! It is also recommended that you check | | | | should replace your tire if the tread is worn down to |
| your tires before a long trip. | | | | 1/16 of an inch. At this point you will also see tread |
| Maintaining the correct pressure is essential. In fact | | | | wear indicators appearing on your tire which indicates |
| under inflation can result in the tire failing. Check your | | | | that the tire is worn out and is in need of |
| owner’s manual to make sure you know the | | | | replacement. |
| correct pressure required by your tires. When you do | | | | Other suggestions to maintain tire condition and |
| check the pressure make sure the tires are cool. The | | | | prevent premature wear includes avoiding driving |
| pressure goes up as the tires get hot from driving. | | | | over objects on the road, avoiding driving over |
| This will give you an incorrect reading. Do not over fill | | | | potholes, and avoiding driving over or hitting curbs. It |
| the tire either. | | | | is also recommended that you do not overload your |
| Uneven tire wear can be caused by misalignment of | | | | vehicle when driving. Your owner’s manual will |
| the front or rear wheels. It can also be caused by | | | | give you specifics on maximum loads for your vehicle. |
| faulty tire balance. Visually check your tires every | | | | Pay attention to your tires. They are an important |
| month. If you observe uneven tire wear take you | | | | factor in the safety of you and your fellow |
| vehicle to your tire dealer for their expert opinion. If | | | | passengers while driving. Always consult your tire |
| you notice extremely rapid tread wear this can also | | | | dealer if you have any suspicions or questions |
| be caused by misalignment. While driving misalignment | | | | regarding the condition of your tires. They are the |
| can cause your vehicle to pull or vibrate. If you notice | | | | true experts. |
| irregular tire wear it is also good idea to have your | | | | |