Tips on Tires
Tips on Tires
Tire safety is very important. Here are some regular checks that
you can perform on your tires to insure your safety:
1. Lumps or swelling. Any lumps or swelling that appears on the
sidewall are signs of tire weakness. If not attended to, it can
lead to tire blow out. 2. Irregular tread wear must be checked
out immediately. One of the best ways to check your tread depth
is to do a "Penny Test". Stick a penny into a tire groove by
turning it upside down. If you can see the top of Lincoln's
head, it's time to get new tires. You might want to check
several tire grooves to determine whether one part of the tire
is wearing faster than another. Inspect the sidewalls for any
bulges that indicate internal problems. Also, if you see any
wires anywhere, it's not safe to drive, as the tire might
explode at any moment. 3. Sidewall fractures. 4. Tires should be
rotated every 6,000 miles. 5. Balance your tires regularly. 6.
Buy and install tires in sets. 7. Keep the steering and
suspension aligned properly.
Don't forget to check your tire pressure at least once a month.
Change in temperature causes the tire pressure to drop. Use a
tire-pressure gauge to set your tires to your manufacturer's
recommended pressure. This information is almost always printed
in your owner's manual.