How to check the tread depth of my tires?
Do you know when to replace your tires? If not, Kia of Irvine in Irvine, CA, is here with some tips to help you identify if it is time to replace your tires by checking the tires’ tread depth. Gauging the health of your tires is an effortless process and requires only a quarter. Continue reading for more information.
When should you replace your tires?
Tire wear and tire age should be the determining factor of when to replace your tire. Tire age can be determined from the manufacturing date stamped on the wheel surface; you should consider changing your tires once in six to ten years. In terms of tire wear, definitely look out for bulges, cracks, blisters, or other such puncture marks on your tire.
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Another determining factor for tire change is maintaining the tread depth of the tires. To check the tread depth, place a quarter in the tread gap and ensure that the coin is turned towards you and Abraham Lincoln’s head is turned upside down. If some part of the head is not visible to you, then you are safe, and you have time with your tire. But if you see the President’s head in whole, immediately get your tires changed as it is not maintaining the recommended tire depth of 12/32″.
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Check out the tire center at Kia of Irvine in Irvine, CA, if you decide to change your tires and schedule a service for your car so that its overall health can be checked and maintained. Also, check out our wide range of services for all your vehicular servicing needs. Feel free to reach out to the dealership for further assistance and information.
