Tire Diagnosis - Irregular or Premature Wear

TIRE DIAGNOSIS - IRREGULAR OR PREMATURE WEAR

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tire Wear:

1. Inspect the front tire wear.
2. Inspect the rear tire wear.
3. Rotate the tires if any of the following conditions exist:
- The amount of time or mileage since the last tire rotation matches the maintenance schedule.
- The outer tread blocks are worn more than the middle tread blocks (1).
- The outer tread blocks are worn more than the inner tread blocks (2).
- The middle tread blocks are worn more than the outer tread blocks (4).
4. Measure the wheel alignment if any of the following conditions exist:
- The tread blocks have feathered edges (3).
- The outer tread blocks are worn more than the inner tread blocks (2).
- The inner tread blocks are worn more than the outer tread blocks (2).
5. Inspect the struts or the shock absorbers if the tire tread exhibits a cupped appearance (3).