As the winter transitions to warmer weather, it’s important to includespring tire inspection in your regular vehicle maintenance tasks. Tough winter road conditions can leave tires a little worse for wear, and catching small concerns before they become big problems can save you time and money, as well as ensure safer driving conditions for you and your passengers. Learn more about what to look for when inspecting your tires:
Regardless of thetire brand already installed on your vehicle, maintaining the appropriate pressure requires periodic checks. Because cold weather often causes tires to be under-inflated, it’s important to correct for the newly warm weather and its effects on your tires. When tires aren’t properly inflated, they can wear out more quickly because of changes in how they contact the road.
Ideally, treads wear evenly across the surface of the tire. If you notice as part of your spring tire inspection that the inner or the outer tread is more worn, it could be a sign that your vehicle’s wheels need to be balanced. Other possible causes include problems with your suspension, so it’s vital to call on a professional auto care technician to check it out.
When tire treads become worn down, it may take longer for your vehicle to stop, especially in wet weather. Use a tire tread gauge for reliable spring tire inspection. If that’s not available, many drivers use a quarter to get a rough estimate of tread depth. Insert a quarter with Washington’s head toward the tread; if you can see the top of his head, it may be time to replace your tire.
If you notice any problems with your tires, book a service appointmentwith Sea Tac Tire & Auto Techright away. Our trained and certified auto care technicians will provide you with the necessary guidance to ensure your concerns are resolved quickly and completely, whether that’s repairingor replacing one or all four of your tires. We offer a wide range of tires by vehicle, and we stock a broad selection oftire sizes. For mounting, balancing, tire rotation, alignment and replacement tire services, trust our professional team forspring tire inspection.
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