Proper tire care and maintenance are essential for ensuring you get the maximum life from the tires on your new Honda car! It will also help keep your car’s handling in tip-top shape and prevent any damage or accidents. Below we answer some of the common questions about tire care.
Why Do I Need to Check My Tire Pressure
While a lot of new cars have electronic tire monitors that will alert you when a tire is low, it’s still a good idea to inspect your tires every so often. Low tire pressure puts a lot of stress on your tire and can lead to rolling resistance and uneven wear. It’s also more likely to blow out, which can be very dangerous. It’s also important not to over-inflate your tires as that too can cause problems.
Portable tire gauges are easy-to-use, and you can store one right in your glove box! You can locate proper tire PSI information in your car’s manual or door jam. Remember to always check your tires before driving in a cooler area or time of day—heat from use or the outside temperature will skew the reading.
Why Do I Need to Rotate My Tires
Tires wear down unevenly for a variety of reasons. One of the main reasons is that the front tires bear more of a burden in terms of weight distribution and vehicle acceleration. Without a regular rotation every 5,000 miles or so, the front tires will start to wear more than the rear tires. This results in the tires needing to be replaced more often, which means you are spending more money and getting less miles from them. During a tire rotation, the tires are moved around, usually in an X-pattern, to ensure proper and even wear.
Why Do I Need to Get a Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Do you find yourself over-steering because your car pulls to the left or the right? Is your steering wheel vibrating? These could be signs that your car’s wheels are out of whack and the suspension needs to be realigned. Unaligned wheels can cause a variety of problems, including uneven tire wear. A wheel alignment will make driving a lot more comfortable and safer.
Different from a wheel alignment, a tire balance ensures that the weight is distributed evenly around the axle on each wheel. Tire imbalance can happen over time as your tires hit bumps or curbs, so it is important to have them rebalanced every so often. Unbalanced tires will also contribute to uneven wear, as well as vibration at higher speeds and unnecessary strain on the bearings and suspension.
Where Can I Get My Tires Serviced
Our dealership in the Dallas area boasts a top-notch service center that can take care of all your tire maintenance needs. We are always running great service specials that you are sure to enjoy. Schedule your appointment online or visit us in-person today!
