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Modern car tires may be extremely tough, but they can still occasionally become damaged or wear down prematurely. Every safety-conscious driver should keep a close eye on the condition of their tires. If you ever notice the following warning signs, visit your local Mitsubishi dealership without delay to have new tires installed.
Various factors, such as steering, braking, and weight distribution, cause car tires to wear down unevenly. Issues with the suspension or wheel alignment can accelerate how quickly tires become unbalanced in size.
When tires are no longer uniform in wear and size, it leads to performance and safety problems. You can counter unevenness with regular tire rotation at your local dealership. However, if your tires become too uneven for rotation to fix, you may need to replace the entire set of four.
All tires need sufficient tread depth to securely grip road surfaces. When any of your tires reach 2/32 of an inch in tread depth, it’s usually time for a new set of tires. And during chilly winter months when the roads are wet and slippery, consider changing your tires a while before they reach 2/32 of an inch.
It’s considered good practice for drivers to check the air pressure of their tires at least once a month. If you notice any of your tires inexplicably losing pressure, have a technician inspect it. The tire may have a hidden puncture or some other problem causing an air leak.
Over the years, as tire rubber dries out, cracks naturally start to appear in the sidewalls. This can become a safety threat if the cracks become excessive in number or size.
A visible bulge or blister on the surface of a tire might indicate serious internal damage. Sometimes an impact with a curb or pothole can rupture the internal tubing, causing air to escape and form a bulge. This usually means the tire has to go.
The thick area on the treads of a tire can tolerate some small cuts without necessarily compromising the tire’s strength. Any particularly long or deep cut or gash, however, might threaten the tire’s structural integrity; you’ll probably need to have it repaired or replaced.
Tires occasionally pick up nails, screws, and other pieces of metal from the road. While checking the air pressure, also inspect your tires for any such embedded objects. It’s best to have an embedded object removed at once to see how deeply it penetrated.
Have your tires examined and rotated or replaced today by experienced technicians Mike Kelly Mitsubishi. We’re a locally trusted full-service dealership offering a terrific range of vehicles and maintenance services.
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