TIRE CONDITIONS

Causes and Corrections

Tread Wear - In Center
Probable Cause
  • Tires overinflated
  • Use of oversized tires
Appropriate Correction
  • Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures
  • Confirm appropriate rim width and evaluate alternate tire pressures
Tread Wear - On Both Shoulders
Probable Cause
  • Tires underinflated
  • Vehicle overloaded
Appropriate Correction
  • Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures
  • Confirm load being carried is within vehicle specifications, reduce as necessary
Tread Wear - On One Shoulder
Probable Cause
  • Wheel alignment does not match actual driving conditions
  • Worn or damaged steering/suspensions parts
Appropriate Correction
  • Set alignment to most appropriate angles withing vehicle's approved range
  • Replace worn or bent parts and align

Tread Wear - Heel and Toe Block Wear
Probable Cause
  • Insufficient tire rotation for driving conditions
  • Tires underinflated, increasing drag and wear
Appropriate Correction
  • Rotate tires more frequently following vehicle's approved pattern
  • Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures
Tread Wear - Irregular Cupping
Probable Cause
  • Loose steering or suspension components
  • Tires and wheels out of balance
Appropriate Correction
  • Replace worn struts/shocks and other steering/suspension parts and align
  • Correct balance of tires and wheels
Circumferential Split/Star
Probable Cause
  • Impact break from road hazard or pothole
  • Tire sidewall pinched between road and wheel
Appropriate Correction
  • Dismount tire and inspect for interior damage, replace tire if damage is found
  • Determine if wheel is bent by inspecting for runout, replace wheel if damage is found

Bubble/Bulge
Probable Cause
  • Tire sidewall pinched between road and wheel
  • Components contaminated during manufacturing
Appropriate Correction
  • Dismount tire and inspect, tire manufacturer's warranty applies if no interior damage is found
  • Dismount tire and inspect, interior damage indicates road hazard
Ozone/Weather Cracking
Probable Cause
  • Frequent exposure to direct sun and hot temperatures
  • Tires exposed to ozone or harsh chemicals
Appropriate Correction
  • Evaluate service conditions and attempt to minimize exposure to sun and heat
  • Attempt to keep tires away from sources of ozone and chemical exposure
Abrasions of Both Sidewalls
Probable Cause
  • Driven on when extremely low on air
  • Driven on when flat
Appropriate Correction
  • Dismount and inspect tire for interior damage, replace tire if damage is found

Acura Tire Conditions

The tires on your Acura go through some serious wear-and-tear, but rest assured that the Service Department here at Mungenast St. Louis Acura have seen it all, and know how to fix it. We will inspect your tread wear, any bubbles or bulges, cracking due to weather, abrasions on the side walls, and even circumferential split. Whether you're in need of a realignment, new shocks, or replacement wheels, we will fully inspect your tires and correct them as needed. To ensure your tires are in the proper condition, visit us today at 13720 Manchester Road in Manchester, Missouri.