Pinpoint Test C: Diagonal Wear

Wheels And Tires

Pinpoint Test C: Diagonal Wear

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Incorrect wheel and tire rotation

- Excessive toe in/out

- Incorrect tire inflation

- Loose, worn or damaged suspension components

PINPOINT TEST C : DIAGONAL WEAR

C1 MEASURE THE TREAD DEPTH

- Using a tread depth gauge or similar tool, measure the tread depth of the wear pattern.

Is the tread depth greater than 2/32 inch?

Yes
If no performance concerns (noise/vibration) are present, the tire can remain in service. CHECK the tire pressure, ADJUST as necessary. ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies. REFER to Wheel and Tire Rotation Procedures.

INSPECT for loose, worn or damaged suspension components. INSTALL new components as necessary. CHECK the alignment and ADJUST as necessary.

No
INSTALL a new tire(s). CHECK the tire pressure in the tires, ADJUST as necessary. ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies. REFER to Wheel and Tire Rotation Procedures.

INSPECT for loose, worn or damaged suspension components. INSTALL new components as necessary. CHECK the alignment and ADJUST as necessary.