Tires are a vital component of every vehicle's safety system. But some drivers ignore keeping up with tire care. Each tire must carry one-quarter of the weight of the car, and they provide the necessary traction to keep the car on the road safely. Worn tires are a safety hazard, and they can lower your vehicle's fuel economy. Regular tire rotation will allow the tires to wear evenly and last longer. If you live in Lindenwold, tire rotation is nearby when you visit the Burns Buick GMC Service Center in Marlton.
When you bring your vehicle for tire rotation near Lindenwold, the service technician will relocate the tires to different positions. This typically means they'll move the front tires to the rear of the car and the rear tires to the front. Then one pair of tires will switch sides, usually the rear tires. We'll go over the different rotation patterns used for different types of vehicles.
Tire Rotation Service Near Lindenwold
You should be able to find the rotation pattern that's best for your car in your owner's manual. It will also state how often the tires should be rotated (usually every 5,000-7,000 miles). This coincides with scheduled maintenance visits, so a tire rotation is usually performed whenever you bring your car in for routine maintenance.
Keeping your vehicle's tires rotated regularly will allow them to wear evenly. Not only will the tires last longer, but they'll also be less likely to blow out. You'll also notice the car is handling better.
If you own a car with front-wheel drive and don't bring it to a service center for tire rotation, the front tires will wear faster than the rear tires. Your vehicle will be hard to control, particularly when driving on wet or slippery road surfaces. If you don't rotate the tires regularly, they can become cupped, a condition that causes cabin noise and vibration. And some tire manufacturers specify that the tires be rotated periodically, or it will void the warranty.
Here are the most commonly used tire rotation patterns:
- Rearward Cross: This is for vehicles with four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. The rear tires move to the front and remain on the same side of the car. The front tires are relocated to the rear and switch sides.
- X-pattern: Front-wheel-drive vehicles can use this pattern. The front and rear tires are switched, and both sets of tires are moved to the opposite sides.
- Forward Cross: Most front-wheel drive vehicles will use this pattern. The front tires move to the rear, and the back tires move to the front and switch sides.
While it's possible to rotate your tires yourself, we don't recommend it. The service technicians at the Burns Buick GMC Service Center have the training and experience to do the job correctly and safely. Most weekend mechanics don't have the right tools or the expertise to rotate tires safely.
Call the Burns Buick GMC Service Center to schedule your next tire rotation or book your appointment online. You'll find our dealership at 1075 North Main Street in Lindenwold. Check our website for our current hours of operation and directions.
