Tire Wear

Tire Wear Inspection
To maximize tire performance, inspect the tires for signs of incorrect inflation and uneven wear which may indicate a need for balancing, rotation or front suspension alignment. Tires should also be checked frequently for cuts, stone bruises, abrasions, blisters, and for objects that may have become embedded in the tread. More frequent inspections are recommended when rapid or extreme temperature changes occur or when road surfaces are rough or occasionally littered with debris.

Tire Wear Diagnosis
New tires should be installed if the wear indicators are exposed or if there is severe shoulder wear. Shoulder wear is usually caused by either excessive camber or excessive toe on radial tires.
Sometimes incorrect rear toe settings or damaged struts will cause severe cupping, or scalloped, tire wear on non-drive wheels.
Incorrect rear toe alignment will also cause other unusual wear patterns.