What is Tire Rotation?

Tire rotation is recommended maintenance for all vehicles with tires. Every wheel location faces a variable distribution of weight and road forces that will cause tires to wear rapidly over the other tires if left in the same position for too long. The objective of rotating tires routinely is to escape the rapid wear caused by variable load-bearing at each wheel location. It's also done to encourage even tire wear over the long run as each tire handles similar loads over time. With routine tire rotations, each tire will be positioned in each wheel location after installation and three rotation services.

What Are the Warning Signs of Needing to Rotate Tires?

When wheels are not rotated properly, the tires will handle concentrated loads that cause rapid tire wear. Rest assured that calling this situation rapid tire wear really means tire damage. If you look, you will notice areas of balding that can show up in various patterns from circular cups that deepen at the center or ringing of the tread's edge around the tire's circumference. Here are the telltale warning signs of needing a tire rotation service:

• Rapid and uneven tire wear
• Vehicle pulls to a side
• Vibration in the steering wheel or cabin at higher speeds
• Pressure loss
• Tire blowout while driving

When Should I Rotate My Toyota's Tires?

You will need to check in your model's owner's booklet to know exactly but Toyota generally recommends rotating tires every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, which offers a convenient opportunity to get your oil changes alongside tire rotation service in a single visit to Toyota of Del Rio. It is also important to remember that if rapid wear sets in, you might need to rotate tires or get another tire maintenance no matter what the mileage. With safety on the line, a tire inspection can always get to the bottom of tire problems quickly.