Time to Check Those Tires

Check tires and wheels often, weekly and before a trip. Make a routine general walk around inspection, lights, wipers, and a tire check. You should be specifically looking for the following:

• Check tread depth for wear (steer tires should have 4/32nd and all other tires should have at least 2/32nd inch minimum tread depth)
• Check for tread separation
• Check tire’s air pressure with an air pressure gauge, maintain the pressure according to the manufacturer’s specs (this should be done at least bi-weekly)
• Check rims for damage and wear
• Look for loose or missing lug nuts
• If you have a truck with “duallies” watch for debris that could be lodged between the wheels
• Watch for damage caused by road hazards (nails, screws, sidewall damage, etc.)
• Check for mismatched tires (such as mixing bias and radial tires on the same axle)
• Ensure valve stem covers are in place