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Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can
cause tires to wear abnormally. Inspect all your tires,
including the spare, frequently, and replace them if
one or more of the following conditions exist:
Tire Wear
When the tread is worn down to one sixteenth of an
inch (2 millimeters), tires must be replaced to help
prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning.
Built-in tread wear indicators, or wear bars, which
look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the
tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn
down to one sixteenth of an inch (2 millimeters).
When the tire tread wears down to the same height
as these wear bars, the tire is worn out and must be
replaced.
Damage
Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for
damage (such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,
cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread
or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspected
have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires
can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection
after off-road use is also recommended.
Age
WARNING
Tires degrade over time depending on
many factors such as weather, storage
conditions, and conditions of use (load,
speed, inflation pressure) the tires
experience throughout their lives.
In general, tires should be replaced after six years
regardless of tread wear. However, heat caused by
hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process and may require tires to
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