Tips

Tire Wear Quick Check

Check for obvious signs of wear. Exposed Read bars, Irregular shoulder wear, Shoulder Wear, and center wear.

Place a penny in the tires tread. Taking a side profile view with the head of Queen Elizabeth II upside down. If you can see the top of her crown, the treads are worn and need replacing.

Air Pressure - Monthly Check

For accuracy, check your air pressure with a gauge when tires are cold. Driving heats up tires and makes the reading incorrect.

Why Tires Lose Pressure

Tires can lose one psi (pound per square inch) per month under normal conditions. Additionally, tires can lose 1 psi for ever 5 degree's C temperature drop. Make sure you tire pressure is at recommended levels.
Other factors impacting loss of tire pressure:

• Punctures
• Loose Valve Stems
• Tire bead/wheel rim interface

Recommended Air Pressure

Look for the manufacturer's recommended air pressure listed on the sticker of your vehicle's door jamb or owner's manual.

Air Pressure and Heat

Always check your air pressure to make sure it's up to standards, especially if you're carrying extra weight. Lower Pressure Increases heat. Damaging heat increases as inflation pressure drops.

Tire Rotation

For maximum mileage, rotate your tires every 8,000 kilometres.