Questions tagged [tires]
A petroleum based rubber mounted on the wheels of vehicles to provide a higher friction coefficient between a vehicle and a road surface.
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Alignment and balancing readout doesn't match required values
I had gone on a road trip and had hit a bad pothole. The steering started pulling a bit after that. After I got the alignment and balancing done yesterday, the pull seems better, but the values on the ...
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which tyre you recommend for Skoda Karoq? [closed]
my first questions here :).
I have got an Skoda karoq 2019, 1.6 TDI, I live in Berlin, it's considered as a mild weather.
I want to change my tires to all weather,
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Burning Smell and Slight Rattling
I just had new tires put on my 2016 BMW x3 about 3 weeks ago. There is a soft on and off rattling coming from the front of the car. Recently I've noticed when I stop at a light there is a burning ...
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Front wheel covers getting abnormally dirty?
My front 2 wheel covers always get super dirty but the back never does. Some oily black stuff always covers the front 2 wheel covers a few days after washing it clean. Is there something leaking or is ...
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What could have caused this tire tearing?
I drive a duke 390, approximately 6500+ kms done and its been two years since purchase. I noticed this tear/crack and had to replace it. with not too much driving, what could have caused this? The ...
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Sizing down winter tires from old car?
have tires from our previous car and not sure if they are trasnferable to the new car. I get the speed difference, is there any other issue apart from that or is this ok? Its size down winter tire. If ...
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Do tires on a car with low mileage need replacement after 10 years?
I own an 8 year old Lexus NXt that has only 18500 miles on it. Car is garaged, and almost all driving is for short trips in LA in normal traffic. We live in an area of LA that has more temperate ...
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what size tire is compatible with 225 45 17?
Looking for winter tires and rims. But can't find much for the 225 45 17 in a 5 x 100 bolt pattern size.
What are some optional other sizes I could put on my 2004 VW Jetta 1.8T?
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My 2016 Chevrolet Spark started making a noise at high speeds, but then stopped. Is it safe to drive?
I was driving on the interstate and then my car started making this fluttering noise that sounded like when you go up a rollercoaster except if you went up them at 100mph. It only seemed to happen at ...
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May I switch 205/70/16 with 205/60/16 tires?
May I substitute 205/60/16 snow tires for 205/70/16 tires?
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Can new tires cause transmission failure
Question about transmission failure.
2019 Honda Passport AWD Elite:
9-26-23 put on 4 new tires “265/45R-20XL 108V ION EVO all season SUV”. Had 65,198 miles at the time. Tire Center said they were used ...
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Is it okay to mix tires of the same brand and size, but not same model?
The the tread on my front tires is visibly worn (not much tread in some areas) on my vehicle, and they need to be replaced. The back tires are fine, and had been replaced much more recently due to a ...
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Tyre Pressure & Wheel Alignment
Long story short, got front end wheel alignment done but it was quite off centre, checked my tyre pressure and there was a 3-4 PSI difference between each tyre.
Am I correct to assume tyre pressure ...
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Is it safe to drive with this scratched wheel or should I fix it?
This is the scratched wheel after hitting a big rock is it safe to drive?Is it a scratch or a crack?
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What is the traction conversion between T and H vs A and AA traction on automobile tires?
I can't find in on google. need to replace tires on Equinox LS. I looked on the side of the tire and it has Temp A Traction A. I am shoping and I find the tires are rated T and H. I haven't found ...
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Tires on my Ford fusion
Can I put 205 55R 16 on the front of my 2006 Ford fusion and 205 60R 16 on the back? I'm not really familiar with cars at all!
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Car alignment and tire wear mismatch
I've recently changed two of my tires on my Honda Civic EX-T 2016. These tires (front and back of the passenger's side) kept losing air consistently, becoming flat after 1 week in parking. I bought ...
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Replacing tire schrader core without deflating
If I am using a schrader core removal tool to replace the suspected leaky tire schrader, should I try to position the valve to be at 12 o'clock so that it can come out easily and that you can support ...
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Tire size for greater than factory wheel width?
I have a 2006 Scion tC, and I bought a separate set of wheels to make summer / winter switching easier. I realized after purchase that the wheels are an inch wider than stock… but I called several ...
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Car still vibrates after rotation and alignment
So I drive a 2010 Hyundai Sante Fe and a few months ago I noticed that it was vibrating while I was driving…took it to a mechanic, he told me nothing was wrong it’s vibrating because my axel was ...
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How can I be sure if my tyres are cold for adjusting their pressure?
Tyre pressure is to be adjusted when the tyres are cold; as per my car's manual. But how can I be sure that they are cold? The nearest gas station to me is 5 km (3 miles) away.
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Mechanical checklist before roadtrip
I'm planing to make a 4 day long road trip throughout Europe beginning in Scandinavia all the way down to Spain in the middle of summer and need some car advice.
I've driven around with a small ...
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What is the modern equivalent of Soviet tire size 65-405 (2.50-16)?
The title question says it all. My Goggle-Fu isn't strong enough to find any conversion charts. The only size-related markings on the current tires are 65-405 (2.50-16). I believe they are motorcycle ...
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replace 1 or 2 rims/wheel if car hit a curb? [closed]
My car hit a curb while I was parking two days ago; speed was lower than 15mph. Still, the bent is noticeable in the front, passenger's side,
and less noticeable in the rear, also passenger's side:
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How dangerous is it to mix tire brands?
Last year when we switched from snow back to summer tires, at a Toyota dealer as it happens, they said two of them needed to be replaced and so we installed just two new tires and kept the ok old ones....
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Steering wheel feels wobbly after changing wheels to 215/45zR18
I have a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. I was using winter tires of size 205/60R16 and changed into 215/45zR18 summer wheels yesterday by myself. Now when I drive on not-flat uneven or wavy roads , I can ...
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Locking Lugnuts - please help!
I have a vehicle from my father who passed away about a year ago - mom gave me the car as she didn't need it anymore. Well, come time to do some tire work and replacing, and there are locking lugnuts ...
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Is it safe to drive using one different size tire?
I have a Hyundai accent and its normal tire size is 175/70 14″ . One tire has been punctured and I didn't noticed it so I drove it flat for about 16km and I just discovered it when I got home. I have ...
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1PSI per week air loss
Is it normal to lose up to 1psi per week in a car tyre ? All my other tyres seem to retain the pressure but one tyre which I had a puncture plugged months ago seems to lose just under 1psi per week
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Replace one tire 205/75r15 with a 215/75r15 tire
I have an old truck Dodge Dakota I don’t drive very often. One of the tires,the front passenger side tire, needs to be replaced. All tires are 205/75r15. Is it OK to replace the one tire,front ...
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Can snow chains for passenger tires be used on light truck tires?
I was looking for snow chains to fit some LT215/75R15 tires that are on a van (which has clearance for chains). I obtained some snow chains that fit (among other sizes) P215/75R15 tires. Does the tire ...
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Does the alignment problem cause uneven tread wear in my case?
2002 Camry LE, 4 cylinder, Michelin premier a/s performance h/v purchased in 2017, 60,000 mile tread wear warranty. The tread reaches the end of the life only after 33,000 miles, and the tread wear is ...
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Schrader valve core removed, tyre still not deflating
This is the space-saver spare wheel for my Honda Civic mk8 fwiw.
I've unscrewed and removed the Schrader valve core and the tyre is still not deflating at all. The tyre is quite old, possibly 10 years ...
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Two flat tires after getting new tires
What could cause two flat tires in quick succession after getting new tires. It does not appear to be bad luck.
I replaced all 4 tires on Friday morning.
On Friday afternoon (same day!), I had a flat ...
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Slow leak in tyre. What are my options?
When putting on the winter tyres, I noticed one had gone rather flat over the summer (1 bar, down from 2.5). I pumped it up go 2.5 and let it rest for week in my trunk, it was then down to 1.5 bar. ...
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Most minimalist equipment setup to DIY tires
What would be the most minimalist equipment lineup necessary for a DIY-er to be able to do tires? I know tire shops have a rim installation wheel or whatever that is called -- is there a compact tool ...
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How do tire pressure sensors work?
Q1: Where is the tire pressure sensor (usually) located ?
Q2: How does it connect to the ECU, I see no electrical connection going to the wheel?
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is it safe to put 175/65r15 winter tires on my 2002 Toyota Echo?
I want to put winter tires on my Echo. Some are available from a Hyundai but they have a different diameter. Will it be safe to use them?
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How bad is it to drive on a slightly misaligned car? (AWD, winter tires)
My dealership had a broken alignment machine when I got new winter tires. I went elsewhere the next day to get an alignment and I'm told "there's a stuck alignment bolt that won't move".
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Toyota corolla 2015 tyre upsize
I have Toyota corolla 2015 with 17" rims.
The recommended tyre size is 215/45 r17, but I live in an area where there are a lot of pits on the roads.
Can I go with 215/50 r17, and how much will ...
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Why did my new tire pop after refilling its air?
I drive a 2017 Corolla.
I recently (~2 months ago) replaced all of my tires. While driving today, I noticed the plmp-plmp-plmp bumping of a flat tire, pulled over at the closest gas station, and saw ...
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How do I remove a rusted on tire?
I am restoring a 1969 Honda CT70. When it comes to the tires/wheels, I cannot get the tire to come loose from the wheel. I used a flathead and hammered it down to get between the tire and the wheel, ...
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What exactly is the math on the effects of having one off-sized wheel in an AWD?
The internet is covered in dubious advice about replacing a single tire on an AWD. I'd like to use some math instead.
What I suspect would be necessary is:
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Does tire size or vehicle weight affect needed minimum tread depth?
Where I live, summer tires are required by law to have 1.6 mm minimum tread depth, and winter tires 3 mm. However, a general recommendation is that summer tires should have 4 mm tread for optimal ...
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two different psi's for tires for my vehicle
My drivers side door jam says 33 psi whereas my tire says 51 psi. Which one do I use when filling up my tire with air?
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Can I downsize from 205 65 15 to 195 65 15 Winter tires on a 2000 Toyota Camry?
Downsizing winter tires on a 2000 Toyota Camry
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Minimum possible tread depth for shaved tire?
Once again I have to replace a tire on my Forester (3rd tire in 3 years! I'm a magnet for damage). I have the stock Bridgestone Ecopia H/L 422 Plus with about 23,000 miles on them. I just measured ...
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2001
Is it safe to switch front tires from left to right (or vice versa) by taking each off its rim and installing on the other? The intention is to retain the direction of tire rotation while switching ...
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Driving fast on gear 4 and smelling burnt smell after
I was driving about 60 to 70mph on freeway on gear 4. Started smelling a burnt smell and ended up getting a flat tire. Was able to use spare tire, and was able to drive home no problem, but now I ...
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Why do space saver tires have a low speed rating?
Space saver spare tires are smaller wheels and tires that can be fitted in the event of a puncture. They are generally only rated to 50 mph, and short distances. This Quora answer sums up the ...
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