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In order to change tyres, the same tyre size as in the original installation must be used (on a new vehicle). In order to learn the size of a tyre, consult the technical booklet of your vehicle or look at your tyres: the size is engraved on the sides. For example: 205/55 R16 91H

A good driving experience is delivered by good quality tyres. Tyre care and maintenance, therefore, is the most crucial factor not just for ride comfort but also for safety. Here is a simple tyre care and ,maintenance guide that you could follow to ensure the good health of your tyres.

Tyre Care And Maintenance Guide

1. Check and maintain correct car tyre pressure

A tyres’ safety starts with inflation. It’s the air pressure in tyres that allows the tyre to support the load, grip the road and absorb the shocks. Every car tyre has a recommended inflation pressure which is the ideal tyre pressure expected for good riding comfort, safety and improved fuel efficiency. The owner's handbook for your car lists the recommended tyre inflation pressure. In case of upsize or shifting from P to LT metric or vice versa, please consult the tyre or vehicle manufacturer for correct inflation pressure advice. Driving on an underinflated tyre can lead to tyre cracking and severe air loss. On the other hand, overinflation can reduce the tyre’s shock absorbing ability resulting in a rough ride. A tyre pressure gauge is a handy device that you could keep in your car’s boot to regularly check the tyre pressure by yourself.

2. Check the tyre tread depth

While driving through varied road conditions the stability of your car is maintained, thanks to the optimal tyre tread depth. Deeper tyre treads render maximum grip and performance. Driving through long distances over time wear out the tyre treads. The tread depth should be checked regularly and should be replaced if it drops below 1.6 mm. Also, all the tyres today have tread wear indicators that appear when the tread grooves reach 1.6 mm. This indicates the tyre should be replaced. A good practice is to check the tread depth yourself with the help of a tread depth gauge or get it checked by the tyre technicians during your routine car maintenance visits.

3. Wheel alignment and balancing

Wheel alignment and balance are two additional crucial maintenance procedures that are part of tyre maintenance. Wheel alignment is a process in which the angles of the wheels are adjusted so as to get optimum stability and ride comfort. Tyres that are out of alignment are more prone to damage and poor handling on wet terrain, thus endangering the safety of the driver. The other tyre service that should be considered is wheel balancing. Due to collisions with potholes or uneven tyre wear, the wheels go out of balance. The unbalanced wheels cause vibrations in the steering, seat and the floorboard causing discomfort while driving. Both these maintenance services are usually done together and greatly help in eliminating tyre bounce, vibrations and steering wheel problems.

4. Tyre Rotation

Periodically the tyre positions of the car should be changed in specific patterns. The patterns in which the tyres have to be rotated depend on your vehicle type and it should be done per the car manufacturer’s instruction. Tyre rotation is a maintenance tip that ensures there is even tyre wear. It also helps to extend tyre life.

5. Drive within speed limit

Driving rashly not only compromises your safety but also affects the tyre life. Driving at a higher speed causes you to strike speed bumps and potholes more forcefully, harming the structure of your tyres. Applying sudden brakes and rough driving have a great impact on the tyre sidewalls. Therefore, anytime you are approaching a speed bump or a pothole, slow down beforehand.

6. Do not mix or mismatch your tyres

On any vehicle, it is always advised to use tyres of the identical size,LI/SI & pattern on the same axle . The original tyres that are provided by the car manufacturer fulfil all the requirements and provide optimum performance in conditions that are mentioned by the car manufacturer. Thus, while replacing the tyres go for a similar brand or the one that matches all the specifications.

7. Avoid extreme spinning of tyres

For instance, consider you are on a offroad ride and accidently your car gets stuck in sand or mud. To recover from this situation, you accelerate hard which leads to over spinning of the wheels. This over-heats the tyres due to increased friction and causes severe damage. If in this kind of situation try to take a gentle back and forth rocking motion to set your car free.

8. Avoid overloading your car

Never overload your car as it causes excess stress on the tyres and other car parts. Results of overloading also include increased fuel consumption, poor handling, and tyre damage. Furthermore, for any vehicle, having tyres with the right load capacity and rim width is vital for correct tyre load distribution and function. The vehicle owner’s manual also specifies a parameter called as the load index which denotes the maximum load a tyre can carry at maximum safe inflation. Ensure you also fix tyres that match this load index.

9. Have periodic tyre servicing

Frequent examination of tyres helps to prolong their life. While some external abnormalities can be identified by a quick physical inspection, some interior ones may call for a more thorough professional assessment. Hence, it is recommended to visit a trusted tyre shop and have periodic tyre servicing done on all the tyres of your car. A professional will help you know about your tyre health and will also recommend the best solutions.

10. Do not delay tyre repair

A tyre that has suffered minor damage like a puncture, small cracks or cuts can be repaired, provided it is within repairable limits. It’s important to get it repaired immediately because driving on an injured tyre increases the damage which then becomes irreversible and the tyre needs to be replaced. For e.g. driving on a punctured tyre causes intense stress on the tyre leading to the weakening of the sidewalls. And, a tyre with a compromised sidewall is deemed irreparable. Hence, repair the punctured tyre immediately before it’s too late. Tyre maintenance and care is equally as important as your car care. Hence, ensure you follow the above tyre care tips for a safe and pleasant ride.

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