Get Tire Rotation & Balancing at Fredericton Mitsubishi
Your Mitsubishi may be on the road at all times, but it’s really your tires doing the hard work being in contact with the pavement below. Thus, you need to exercise proper maintenance on your tires, with tire rotations and balancing services that fortify handling, extend the life of your tires and keep your vehicle running safely. Read on to learn about why a tire rotation is needed, due to the uneven wear of tires and the need to rotate them around, along with 5 signs your vehicle is in need of a rotation, including uneven wear, steering wheel vibrations, poor handling, increased road noise and if it’s been 8,000 – 10,000 km since your last one!
Why is a Tire Rotation & Balance Needed?
You would think that because you have 4 equal tires on your vehicle that they’d all wear down at the exact same pace, but that’s just not reality, unfortunately! All of the tires on your Mitsubishi will wear at an uneven rate, thanks to different braking and steering conditions, the road underneath and your drive train. In response to that, a tire rotation will help ensure wear is executed more evenly on your vehicle, with wheel balancing correcting any weight distribution needs that may be affecting handling or vehicle vibrations.
5 Signs Your Mitsubishi Needs a Tire Rotation
1. Uneven Tire Wear
a. If you notice with your eyes alone that some tires are more worn than others, it’s time for a rotation
2. Steering Wheel Vibration
a. Do you notice your steering wheel vibrating at certain speeds? If so, bring it in.
3. Decreased Handling
a. Are you not able to handle your vehicle like you once were, or does it feel less stable? If so, you know the answer.
4. Increased Road Noise
a. Do you hear more feedback from the road? That could mean a rotation is in order.
5. Has it Been More Than 10,000 km Since Your Last Rotation?
a. You should be getting a tire rotation at least every 10,000 km.
Mitsubishi Tire Rotation & Balancing Service FAQs
How often should you get a tire rotation?
You should get your tires rotated between every 8,000 - 10,000 km.
What’s the difference between tire rotation and balancing?
Tire rotation is when tires are rotated around your vehicle to promote even wear. Wheel balancing is when we correct uneven weight balance to improve your ride comfort and cut down on vibrations.
How long does a tire rotation service take?
A tire rotation will take somewhere in the neighbourhood of 45 - 90 minutes, depending on your vehicle and tire condition.
Get Tire Rotation & Balancing at Fredericton Mitsubishi
If it’s time to get your tires rotated or if you feel a wheel balance is in order, our tire experts here at Fredericton Mitsubishi are here to get the job done. Contact our team, today, to book an appointment, or fill out the form below to start now!