Your tires are the only part of your car that’s in constant contact with the surface. These four relatively thin pieces of rubber allow your car to move, and they support the entire weight of your vehicle. Over time, the constant friction from the surface, and damage from both environmental and surface debris can damage your tires. To keep you safe and enjoying your driving experience, your Chrysler dealer wants you to know the signs you may need new tires.
Bulges in the Tire
A bulge in the tire is usually the result of impact damage. The severity of the problem depends on what part of the tire has a bulge. If the bulge is on the outside of the tread, a section of the tire likely hits the curb or a pothole. The structure of the tire is damaged, and the displacement caused inside the tire makes it bulge out. The tread is the strongest part of the tire, but it will need to be replaced.
A bulge on the sidewall of the tire is far more serious. The rubber of the sidewall is softer, and it doesn’t have the reinforcing support that the tread has. A sidewall bulge can easily lead to a blowout. We recommend having the affected tire replaced asap.
Visible Tread Wear Bars
A great feature of modern tires is the inclusion of tread wear bars. These indicator lines are built into the tires before they’re vulcanized. Their purpose is to show the level of wear on the tires. The lines run perpendicular to the tread, but they’re invisible until your tires start to wear.
When the tires wear, the tread bars will become noticeable. If these bars are noticeable, it’s time to change your tires even if they don’t show any other signs of wear.
Tread-Life Warranty Expires
Many manufacturers provide a warranty on the tread life of their tires. The expected life of the tires was determined by the scientists snd engineers who built them. Once the warranty has expired, the manufacturers consider that the tires are past their safe life.
We advise that your tires be replaced when their warranty expires. If the tires are not replaced, our technicians should check them out. Our expert technicians have the best available technology, and we’ll be able to advise if the tires should be replaced.
Bald Tires
The tire tread allows your tires to grip the surface easier, and they also assist with faster braking. Over time friction with the surface will wear the tread down. The grooves between the tread that are designed to push slush off the tires will start to disappear.
If the tread on your tires is difficult to see or non-existent, your tires are dangerous. The lack of tread will make driving and control more difficult and skidding far more likely.
If your tires are showing signs of wear, call our service department right away at Bill Snethkamp CDJR.
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