Taking care of your tires with regular tire service is an investment in your vehicle.  However, they remain one of the most overlooked of all a vehicle’s components.  A routine monthly tire service is the best way to prevent a costly tire repair, or possibly even more extensive damage to your car from occurring.  More importantly, it enhances the safety of you and your passengers.

3 Tire Service Tips:

• Check air pressure. Take care of under-inflated tires immediately as the resistance generates heat through friction, causing damage, resulting in a necessary tire repair.  Check the spare at the same time and keep it in good condition so that you won’t be stranded by the side of the road with a flat, avoiding an inconvenient and costly tire repair.

• Check tread depth.  Good tread depth ensures better traction.  When you place the edge of a penny upside down in the grooves and you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time for a tire replacement.  Is the inside groove and the outside edge wearing evenly?  If not, your car may be out of alignment.  Do you feel your steering wheel vibrating?  Your tire may need its balance weight restored, or you may need a wheel alignment to improve the overall ride and handling of your vehicle.

• Rotate tires every 5,000 to 7,000 miles.  This will ensure that all four are wearing at the same rate.  If there are signs of excessive wear and tear, it’s best to have all four replaced at the same time.  At the very least, purchase either the two front ones, or the two back ones at the same time.  Consider the climate where you live and the purpose of your vehicle to determine the right type to purchase for your car or truck.

Are you needing expert tire service? Contact the ASE-Certified Technicians at The Auto Experts.  They will be happy to help you with a tire repair or replacement.  Call (763)-433-0490, or go on-line at www.TheAutoExperts.net for more information. Our auto shop in Anoka MN proudly serves residents in the areas of Coon Rapids, and Ramsey, MN.