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Tires are the only part of a car that touches the road, so they affect a vehicle's safety, braking, ride, and handling. To keep tires in good condition, you should check and maintain the following:
Pressure: Use a tire gauge to check the pressure of all four tires at least once a month. Over- or-under-inflated tires can be dangerous and won't last as long.
Tread: Check the tread depth of all four tires at least once a month. You can use a penny to check the tread depth: place it upside down in the tread with Lincoln's head facing you. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, the tread is too shallow and the tires need to be replaced. You can also look for treadwear indicators, which are raised sections between the tread. When the tread is level with the indicators, it's time to replace.
Rotation: Rotate your tires every 5,000 to 8,000 miles to keep the tread even.
Alignment: Have a professional check your vehicle's alignment if it pulls to one side or the tires wear unevenly.
Balance: Check your tire balance according to your owner's manual.
Age: Tires that are 10 years old or older should be replaced, even if they look new.
HOW TO READ YOUR TIRE SIZE
The tire size branded on the sidewall provides a significant amount of information about the tire's intended purpose, dimensions, load capacity and high temperature/high speed durability.
RECOMMENDED TIRE SIZE
The correct tire size is important for your vehicle's performance, safety, and fuel efficiency. The right tire size ensures optimal performance because the vehicle's suspension system is designed for a specific size and profile. The wrong tire size can negatively affect the handling and stability of the vehicle, which may result in accidents. Incorrectly sized tires can increase rolling resistance, leading to higher fuel consumption. Other issues that can arise from using the wrong tire size include: Inaccurate speedometer and odometer readings, Longer braking distances, Increased likelihood of blowouts, Faster tire wear, and Damage to your vehicle's anti-lock braking systems and stability system calibrations.
CORRECT TIRE INFLATION
Correct tire inflation is crucial for safety, fuel efficiency, and tire longevity, as properly inflated tires provide better handling, traction, and wear evenly, while underinflated tires can lead to decreased fuel economy, compromised handling, and increased risk of tire failure due to excessive heat and uneven wear.
TREAD DEPTH
Correct tire tread depth is crucial for safe driving as it directly impacts traction on the road, especially in wet conditions, by channeling water away from the tire, significantly reducing the risk of hydroplaning and ensuring proper control of the vehicle; low tread depth can lead to decreased braking ability, poor handling, and increased likelihood of accidents.
TIRE MANAGMENT
Truck tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles to make the tires last longer by distributing the tread wear evenly. Tire maintenance isn’t just about taking care of the tires themselves. Regular wheel alignments are required for even tread wear. Brakes should also be taken care of as part of a tire maintenance program. Use software to manage truck maintenance to avoid missing anything and to stay on top of maintenance tasks.
