tire rotation

Why is tire rotation recommended

Helps out even out tire wear

Prevents premature failure of one tire

How often should you rotate tires

Every 3000 miles

3 main causes of abnormal tire wear

Improper tire inflation

Poor wheel alignment

Worn out suspension components

Why must the wheel nut be installed with the tapered side facing the rim

To Center the wheel properly and make sure it doesn’t come loose

Why is it important to torque wheel nuts/bolts in a star pattern

Secures wheel while being tightened

What might result from improperly tightening wheel nuts

Wheel not being attached securely

Wheel can detach