Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection

TIRE AND WHEEL INSPECTION AND ROTATION






Tires should be rotated every 8 000-13 000 km (5,000-8,000 mi). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate the tires as soon as possible and test the wheel alignment. Also inspect for damaged tires or wheels. Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire, If it moves, use the folding wrench to tighten the cable. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. Refer to Scheduled Maintenance for scheduled rotation intervals. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here.
^ Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.
^ After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures Refer to Tire Placard.
^ Ensure that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. Your vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system, the sensors will need to be reset after a tire rotation is performed.

CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.