Why Rotate Your Tires?

Tire rotation is an important part of your Honda maintenance schedule and can help keep your Honda car, truck, or SUV running safely on Irvine roads. The following guide from the service team at Weir Canyon Honda will answer common questions such as:

• Why rotate tires? 
• What does rotating your tires do? 
• How often should I rotate my tires?

If you find that your Honda is due for its next tire rotation, schedule a service appointment with us online today!

How Your Drivetrain Affects the Way Your Tires Wear

The type of drivetrain your vehicle has will directly impact which tires undergo the most wear and tear on the roads in and around Yorba Linda. Take a look at how different drivetrains affect your tires:

• Front-wheel drive vehicle: With an FWD vehicle, the two front wheels receive direct power from the engine, which causes the front tires to wear down faster than the rear tires. 
• Rear-wheel drive vehicle: With RWD vehicles, the engine delivers power to your rear wheels, so the rear tires wear down faster. 
• All-wheel drive vehicle: With AWD vehicles, the engine sends power to all four wheels evenly, but more often than not, the rear wheels still wear faster than your front wheels.

What Does Rotating Your Tires Do?

When you bring your vehicle into our Service Center for a tire rotation, our certified technicians move the wheels and tires from one position to another to ensure even tread wear. The rotation pattern is determined by the type of drivetrain your vehicle has. For example, with an FWD vehicle, the front right and left tires are moved to the same right and left positions in the rear, while the rear tires are moved to the opposite right/left positions on the front axle. Regular tire rotation promotes even tread wear and is the best way to extend the life of your tires.

How Often Should You Rotate Your Tires? 

As for how often to rotate your tires, we recommend that you bring your Honda in for a tire rotation every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. That being said, you should consult your owner’s manual to find out what is recommended for your specific model. It’s a good idea to plan on having the tires rotated every time your Honda has an oil change. 

What Happens If I Don’t Rotate My Tires?

Why rotate your tires? How often should I rotate my tires? What does rotating your tires do? With answers to these questions, you should now take a look at some of the risks associated with failing to rotate your tires:

• Poor traction and skidding on the roads
• Decreased fuel economy 
• Misaligned wheels
• More wear and tear on the brake pads
• Flat tires and blowouts

You Can Count on the Tire Care Experts at Weir Canyon Honda 

The experienced auto technicians in our state-of-the-art Service Center have the skill and training to handle all of your Honda maintenance and repair needs. Our prices are very competitive and we offer rotating service specials and coupons to make your next tire rotation or oil change even more affordable. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our service team.