Do I need to replace my tyres?
The consumer plays an important role in tyre maintenance.
Tyres should be removed from service for numerous reasons, including tread worn down to
For these reasons tyres, including spares, must be inspected routinely, i.e., at least once a month. Regular inspection becomes particularly important the longer a tyre is kept in service. If tyre damage is suspected or found, Continental recommends that the consumer have the tyre inspected by a tyre service professional. Consumers should use this consultation to determine if the tyres can continue in service.
It is recommended that spare tyres be inspected at the same time. This routine inspection should occur whether or not the vehicle is equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Consumers are strongly encouraged to be aware of their tyres’ visual condition. Also, they should be alert for any change in dynamic performance such as increased air loss, noise or vibration. Such changes could be an indicator that one or more of the tyres should be immediately removed from service to prevent a tyre disablement.
Buying tyres
Key requirements
There are a number of considerations when buying tyres but
The first is what size is my tyre?
The next important consideration comes right after the size and is the tyre’s ‘service description
Now we know the size and service description we now need to look at other considerations.
Tyre care and maintenance
Why tyre care and maintenance is important
The consumer plays an important role in tyre maintenance. Tyres may have to be removed from service for numerous reasons, including tread worn down to
Regular inspection becomes particularly important the longer a tyre is kept in service. If tyre damage is suspected or found, Continental recommends that the consumer has the tyre inspected by a tyre service professional. Consumers should use this consultation to determine if the tyres can continue in service. It is recommended that spare tyres be inspected at the same time. This routine inspection should occur whether or not the vehicle is equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Consumers are strongly encouraged to be aware of their tyres’ visual condition. Also, they should be alert for any change in dynamic performance such as increased air loss, noise or vibration. Such changes could be an indicator that one or more of the tyres should be immediately removed from service to prevent a tyre disablement.