Tire shops in Manhattan KS

Tire shops in Manhattan KS  have qualified technicians who can help
you choose the best tires for your vehicle based on the road and weather conditions
that you will encounter when driving.

With increased speed limits  it is more important than ever to be aware of and follow certain safety precautions when it comes to keeping you, your family and others who travel the busy roadways safe. Following  basic safety rules could not only save your life but keep more of your hard earned dollars in your pocket.

Check tire pressure regularly. Many experts recommend doing this once a month or before taking trips of over 200 miles. Information concerning the proper  pressure for your tires is usually located in the glove box or on the drivers side door frame. Both under inflated as well as over inflated tires can cause problems. Under inflated tires will affect the handling of your vehicle as well as produce uneven tread wear on the outer edges of your tires. A tire that is over inflated will have a reduced contact with the road surface which is a safety concern and will also result in a rougher ride.

Visually inspect your tires for damage or excessive wear. Check to see if your tire has picked up a nail or other object or if it has been punctured in some way. Make sure the tires are wearing evenly. Uneven wear could be a sign of improper tire pressure or wheel alignment problems. Make sure there are no tread separation issues and that the sidewalls are smooth with no deformities apparent.
If any problems are detected take the vehicle to a qualified service technician.

Rotate your tires according to your owners manual. Some tire experts suggest tires be rotated at 6,000 mile intervals while others suggest even sooner intervals. A good time to rotate your tires is when your vehicle is scheduled for a oil change. Regular rotation of your tires can even out tire wear, keep your vehicle aligned and balanced and increase the life of your tires. There are a number of different tire rotation patterns. Your service technician will help you determine the best one for your vehicle. Since your tires will be subject to different wear and pressure points depending where on the vehicle they are located this is a very important task to be performed. Some tire dealerships will offer free tire rotation if you purchase your tires form them so be sure to ask.

Make sure your tires are properly balanced and that the steering and suspension are properly aligned. Failure to do this can result in uneven tire wear and shortened tire life. When performing your monthly inspection of your tires if you should happen to notice uneven tire wear or if your vehicle seems to pull to one side when driving these could be signs of an alignment problem. Have it checked out as soon as possible by a qualified tire technician.

Avoid overloading tires as this can cause serious problems. Your tires are rated to perform within a maximum load range which should never be exceeded. Overloading the tires can result in a blowout which could cause serious harm to you and the other drivers you share the road with. Also avoid driving aggressively as this could result in high tire temperature which could result in reduced tire life. Aggressive driving would include driving at high speeds, braking hard and taking corners at excessive speeds. Rough or pitted pavement can also cause high temperatures to occur.

Everyone  wants to save money but don't put off the purchase of new tires if they are needed. Wear indicator bars give you an indication of when your tires should be replaced. Also if your monthly tire inspections shows any abnormalities such as uneven wear, cracked sidewalls or tread separation it may be time for new tires. Ask a qualified tire technician if you are unsure. Also any tire that cannot be safely repaired needs to be replaced.