Does Your Kia Need a Tire Rotation?

Repositioning your tires is essential to minimize uneven tread wear. Regular tire rotations at your Kia dealer will ensure that all four tires wear down evenly and improve the performance of your Forte, Sportage, or Telluride. Best of all, it will prolong the life of your tires, saving you money further down the road.

Rotation Intervals

To reap all the benefits of regular rotations, ask your Kia technician to reposition your car’s tires every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or six months, depending on the model you drive and the type of tires on your vehicle. Your Kia technician will also perform a rotation every time you take your vehicle for an oil change.

Warning Signs

There are signs that will warn you when you need to switch your car’s tires around. Pay attention to the following signs to prevent further tire damage that could result in replacing the entire set.

Uneven Wear

When you notice your car’s tires are not wearing down at the same rate, and one tire is more worn than the other, or one side of a tire is more worn than the other side, it’s time for a rotation. Have your front and rear tires swapped as soon as possible to ensure even wear between all four tires. If the uneven wear is extreme, it’s best to replace the tires.

Vibrations

Uneven tread wear can cause vibrations when you drive over 45 miles an hour. If you feel vibrations through your steering wheel, ask your Kia technician to switch your car’s tires. Also, get the tires balanced and aligned.

Rotation Patterns

A rotation consists of removing your car’s tires and changing the position of each of the tires to ensure even wear and longer tire life. The precise rotation pattern is determined by the type of vehicle you drive. Your Kia technician will know the proper rotation pattern for your Kia model.

Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles

The front tires are moved to the back. The rear tires will be mounted to the front of your car.

Rear-Wheel-Drive Vehicles

The rear tires move forward. The front tires are crossed over and mounted to the back of your car.

Four-Wheel-Drive and All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles

The right front and left rear tires are switched. The left front and right rear tires change places.

Benefits of Rotations

Every time your Kia technician performs a rotation, your tires will be thoroughly inspected for damage and inflated to the proper pressure levels. When your Kia’s tires are routinely repositioned, it will ensure even tread wear across all four tires, increase your vehicle’s performance, and prolong the life of your tires, saving you money.  

Check your Kia owner’s manual for the rotation patterns and intervals for your specific model, or speak to your Kia technician for more information on rotation intervals and benefits. Stop at Kia Of Muncie today, and the certified Kia technicians will perform an expert tire inspection and rotation to ensure that your tires last longer and keep you safe on the road.

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