Given how important tires are for overall handling and safety on the road, it’s unwise to ever neglect the tires of your car. Always keep an eye out for the following signs of tire trouble. And when it’s time for new tires, don’t hesitate to have them installed at your local Ford dealership.
Visible Signs of Damage
Any deep or particularly long cuts might threaten the tire’s structural integrity. Likewise, embedded objects may necessitate a repair job or replacement. Bulges or blisters also mean the tire has to go, and rapidly spreading or deepening cracks should never be ignored.
Steadily Falling Air Pressure
Check the air pressure of your tires at least once a month. If any one of your tires keeps losing pressure more than the others, have it checked by a technician, no matter how minor the air loss seems to be. Under-inflated tires pose a risk as too much rubber comes into contact with the road, which generates excess friction, accelerates wear and tear, and can even cause a sudden blowout.
Excessive Noise and Vibrations
When tires develop problems or become uneven, the distribution of weight and road friction becomes awkwardly spread across the tires. This often leads to excessive road noise and vibrations. So, if your car ever feels unusually shaky or noisy, consider having your tires inspected.
Tires More Than Six Years Old
Most tire manufacturers have a recommended use-by-date, after which it becomes unsafe to drive with their tires. This maximum age of safe usage is often six years, but sometimes it can be as much as ten years. Check the maximum age for your particular tires and have them replaced once you are near the limit, even if the tires still appear to be in good condition.
Momentary Losses of Traction
If you ever sense a momentary loss of traction, perhaps while driving over a puddle, pay close attention to your tires. If the experience repeats itself, you may need to have your tires replaced. Drivers should always feel completely confident in the ability of their tires to grip all kinds of road surfaces.
Uneven Wear and Tear
Tires naturally tend to become uneven in size over time. This is because the weight and various pressures from the vehicle are not exactly the same at each corner of the car. Routine tire rotation can usually mitigate this uneven tire wear. However, if a set of four tires becomes too uneven in size, even rotation might not be enough. In this case, you’ll usually need a new set of tires.
Have your tires rotated or replaced today at Harrison Ford. We’re a locally owned and operated dealership providing a one-stop-shop for all things Ford for the drivers of Wellington, OH, and the surrounding region.
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