Glendora Tire Rotation

Glendora Tire Rotation

Tires are an essential safety component of every car, yet some owners fail to regularly maintain their vehicle’s tires. Tires carry the car’s weight, allow it to drive safely, and deliver the traction necessary to keep it on the road. Driving on worn tires is dangerous. It can also lower your vehicle’s fuel economy. Rotating the tires regularly will extend the tires’ life and allow you to drive safely. If you live in Glendora, tire rotation is nearby at the CardinaleWay Hyundai - Glendora Service Center.

During tire rotation service in Glendora, the technician will move the tires to different locations. This usually means the front tires will be transferred to the rear, and the rear tires will be relocated to the front. One side will typically switch sides, most likely the rear tires. We’ll explain the various rotation patterns for different vehicle types.

Your car’s owner’s manual will spell out the proper rotation pattern for your model, along with a recommendation as to how often the tires need to be rotated. In general, tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. Since this is the recommendation for most service visits, service centers will rotate your car’s tires during scheduled maintenance visits.

Rotating your vehicle’s tires will allow them to wear evenly. The tires will last longer, and it will lessen the chances of experiencing a blowout. Your car will handle better, too.

If you own a car with front-wheel drive and you neglect regular tire rotation, the vehicle’s front tires will wear more quickly than the rear tires. Your vehicle will become hard to control, particularly when driving on wet or slippery road surfaces. Failure to rotate the tires regularly can lead to them becoming cupped, which will cause noise and vibration in the cabin. Additionally, some tire manufacturers require owners to rotate the vehicle’s tires regularly, or it will void the warranty.

Here are the most common tire rotation patterns:

• Rearward Cross: This is for vehicles with four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. The back set of tires are moved to the front and remain on the same side of the car. The front tires are transferred to the back and switch sides.
• X-pattern: Front-wheel-drive vehicles can use this pattern. The front tires are switched with the rear tires, and both sets of tires move to the opposite sides.
• Forward Cross: Most front-wheel drive vehicles use this pattern. The front tires are relocated to the back. Then the rear tires are moved to the front and switch sides.

We don’t recommend trying to rotate your vehicle’s tires yourself. The service technicians at the CardinaleWay Hyundai - Glendora Service Center have the experience and the knowledge to do the job correctly and safely.

Call us to make an appointment for tire rotation service or schedule your visit online. Our service department is located at 1253 S. Lone Hill Ave. in Glendora. You’ll find our hours of operation and a map with directions on our website.