15.1 Tire faults
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 MINI Cooper and 2008 MINI Cooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TYRE FAULTS CHART
| Fault | Effect |
|---|---|
| 1 Wheel toe, camber, toe-differential angle and castor not correct | 1 Severe tire squeaking even at relatively low speeds |
| 2 Excessive toe-in and excessive positive camber | 2 Tires are worn down on one outside edge in the longitudinal direction |
| 3 Excessive negative camber | 3 Tyre wear on inside edge |
| 4 Worn front-axle suspension on front-wheel-drive vehicles | 4 Increased noise / Vehicle pulls on one side when accelerating |
| 5 Incorrect wheel alignment | 5 Wheels scrubbing / Tyre surface shows feathering in the tread |
| 6 Play in the suspension due to mechanical parts (suspension, steering) | 6 Washout / Wobbling of front wheels |
| 7 Tyre pressure too low | 7 Outside tire surface wear |