Tire failure results in thousands of accidents and over 200 deaths in the US each year. But if you keep an eye out for signs of premature damage to your car’s tires, you’re unlikely to experience a blowout or skid. Here are some of the most common types of wear and tear to watch out for. You can visit your local Nissan dealership any time for tire repair or a set of new tires.
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Persistent Tire Pressure Light
When tires are damaged, they can start to leak air. This will cause the air pressure to gradually diminish and the tire pressure light to come to life on your dashboard. If a tire leaks air persistently, there’s probably a hidden puncture, which needs to be found and repaired. Otherwise, the under-inflated tire is dangerous to drive on.
Treads Become Too Shallow
As you drive, the treads of your tires naturally wear down. In most cases, a tire’s initial tread depth will be 10/32 or 11/32 of an inch. When this depth reaches 2/32 of an inch, the tire becomes at risk of losing traction on the road. It’s advisable to replace your tires even before the tread depths become this shallow, especially during winter when the roads are particularly slippery.
Diminished Traction and Control
If you sense any reduction in traction while driving, especially when driving on wet surfaces, check your tires with care or have a technician take a look. It’s wise to trust your senses and have your tires replaced if you feel any lessening of control over your vehicle.
Blistering or Bulging Rubber
Sometimes, an impact with a curb or pothole can cause internal damage to a tire. This may result in an external bulge or blister as the inner layers of rubber separate or air becomes trapped under the outer layer. Any blistering or bulging means that the tire needs to go.
Excessively Cracked Sidewalls
The sidewalls of tires tend to develop many minuscule cracks over time as the rubber dries out. This is generally harmless, but if these tiny cracks start to spread and deepen noticeably, the tire may be losing structural integrity. A technician can judge whether or not the cracked tire should be replaced.
Too Much Vibrating While Driving
When tires become too old and worn down, you’re likely to feel excessive vibrations from the road beneath you. You can usually restore the proper smooth driving sensation of your vehicle by replacing the full set of four tires.
Visit Tony Nissan today to have your tires inspected and repaired or replaced by qualified technicians. We’re a family-owned local dealership that’s been serving the drivers of Hawaii with top-notch vehicles and maintenance services for 35 years.
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