Tire Diagnosis - Waddle Complaint

Tire Diagnosis - Waddle Complaint

Tire Diagnosis - Waddle Complaint:

Tire Diagnosis - Irregular or Premature Wear:

Irregular and premature tire wear has many causes. Some of them are incorrect inflation pressures (1), lack or regular rotation (2), poor driving habits, or improper wheel alignment (3). If the wheel alignment is reset because of tire wear, always reset the toe as close to zero degrees as the specification allows. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment.

Rotate the tires if:

* The front tire wear is different from the rear.
* The left and right front tire wear is unequal.
* The left and right rear tire wear is unequal.

Check the wheel alignment if:

* The left and right front tire wear is unequal.
* The wear is uneven across the tread of either front tire.
* The front tire treads are scuffed with feather edges on the side of the tread ribs or blocks.

Tread Wear Indicators

Tread Wear Indicators:

The original equipment tires have built-in tread wear indicators to show when the tires need replacement. These indicators appear as bands when the tire tread depth becomes shallow (1, 2). Tire replacement is recommended when the indicators appear in 3 or more grooves at 6 locations.