Wheel and Tire Checking

1. Inspect tires for wear. The original equipment tires have built-in tread wear indicators to show when tires need replacement. Abnormal or excessive wear can be caused by incorrect wheel alignment, wheel/tire imbalance or improper tire pressure.





2. Inspect to determine if the following conditions apply:
^ Incorrect mounting
^ Misalignment
^ Loose wheel bearings
^ Bent wheels
^ Cupping or scalloping of tires from imbalance
^ Possible loose or worn steering connecting rod, drag link and pitman arm
^ Underinflation or mechanical irregularities such as out-of-balance condition of wheel or tire and bent or damaged wheel
^ Loose, damaged or worn front suspension parts

NOTE: Tires that show irregularities and definite roughness must be replaced.