Tire rotation is an important auto maintenance service that ensures even tire wear, helps your tires to retain traction, and extends tire life. If you’re ready to tackle some DIY car care, learning how to rotate tires yourself can save you time and money on routine maintenance! In the guide below from the Don Ringler Toyota service center, we break down the tire rotation process to help you get started.
Whether you schedule professional service or rotate tires yourself, auto experts recommend a tire rotation every 5,000 to 7,500 miles for FWD and RWD vehicles, and every 3,000 to 5,000 miles for AWD vehicles. Your owner’s manual should provide an interval more specific to your make and model.
However, it’s important to periodically check the tread depth and wear patterns on your tires. Factors like Belton road conditions and your driving habits can cause tires to wear out more quickly, and you don’t want to risk driving on tires that aren’t making proper contact with the road.
Depending on your vehicle’s drivetrain, you’ll need to learn how to rotate tires in one of several ways. That’s because FWD drivetrains send power to the front axle, and RWD drivetrains send power to the rear axle. The tires that receive power experience more torque and friction, which causes their treads to wear down more quickly. Here’s how to rotate tires in a FWD vs. RWD rotation pattern:
Before rotating tires at home in Killeen, make sure you have a car jack, four car jack stands, and a lug nut wrench. Then follow these steps:
While some drivers enjoy performing their own auto maintenance, others choose to schedule professional service in the Waco area. Whatever your preference, the experienced technicians at Don Ringler Toyota are here to help! Contact us for expert advice on checking transmission fluid, making a winter emergency car kit, and more.
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