The Right Time To Get New Tires From Your Jeep Dealership

Your Tire Treads Are Overly Worn

The treads on your tires help your vehicle maintain traction on the road, particularly in wet, challenging conditions. As a general rule of thumb, you should replace your tires if the tread is less than 2/32 of an inch. But how can you tell when your treads have reached that level of wear? Our service team can inspect your tires and make a recommendation about when it’s time for replacement tires.

The penny test, which can be easily conducted at home, is another great way of gauging your tire tread depth. Simply place a penny into your tire tread with Lincoln’s head pointing toward the center of the tire. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, that means your treads are too worn, and it’s time to schedule an appointment to have replacement tires placed on your car.

Your Tires Have Cracks or Bulges

While the penny test is a great measure of your tread depth, it’s also important to visually inspect the overall tire to determine its fitness. Can you see any holes or cracks in the sides of your tires? What about bulges or bubbles in the tire sidewalls?

Any time you see bulges, gouges, cracks, or other visible signs of damage on your tires, it’s time to have them inspected by a professional. These types of wear and tear can leave your tire vulnerable to a blowout.

Your Tires Are Old

Even if your tire treads are still deep and your tires are showing no visible signs of deterioration, you may still need to replace them. That’s because tires don’t last forever, and old tires eventually need to be replaced. Manufacturers typically recommend that tires be replaced every six to 10 years. So if it’s been a while since you last purchased tires, it may be time to buy a replacement set.

Your Tires Keep Deflating

It’s normal for tires to deflate slowly over time. That’s why it’s important to check your tire pressure regularly to ensure that they’re properly inflated. But if your tires seem to continually lose air, or if they seem to deflate without warning, you may have a small leak or a hole that needs repair. It’s also possible that your tires are in need of replacement.

The friendly professionals in our service department can inspect, repair, and replace your tires. When you’re ready to schedule your next service appointment, give us a call at Freedom Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram North by Ed Morse in Sherman, TX.

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