Regular
tyre rotation will help to lengthen the life of your
tyres as well as reduce any uneven wear. Tyre rotation
is important for all vehicles, but especially for front-wheel-drive
models where the front tyres have to do a lot of work.
Remember to consider the spare in rotation. The spare
should go to the right rear position; then the tyre
in the diagrams shown as moving to the right rear should
become the spare. Tyre pressures need to be checked
after rotation.
The
recommended rotation is illustrated in the diagrams
below for both front and rear-wheel-drive vehicles.
It is much easier for your tyre specialist to perform
this for you than for you to try it with limited equipment.
It's also a good opportunity for them to keep an eye
out for any signs of mechanical problems before they
get worse.