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When you rotate the tires do you have to do the wheel alignment as well?
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∙ 14y ago
NO! When rotating the tires, look closely at the tread. If you see any abnormal wear, such as uneven wear, feathering, or dipping. Have an alignment performed. Otherwise just rotate. Toe adjustments are common, and is the fasted tire-eating adjustment. An alignment should be checked every six months. If it's not out more than .04 by then, wait longer between alignments. The older a car gets, the faster alignments go out. A reputable place will give you a before and after print-out of your specs. And will check it for free.
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Have the wheel bearings checked, as well as the alignment.
Do you need a wheel alignment when you by new tires?
Depends on when you had your last alignment and the condition of the tires you removed. It they were wearing perfectly even then you may not need an alignment. If you have not had an alignment in the last 36,000 miles you may very well need one. Judgment call on your part based on the evidence.
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Umm.. get an front end alignment.. and tires balanced ;)? may be??
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How much is a wheel alignment at Jiffy lube?
The price of a wheel alignment at Jiffy Lube will vary from location to location as well as the make and model of the vehicle. Prices for a wheel alignment range anywhere from $40.00 to $80.00.
89 Nissan steering wheel shaking and pulls to the right while driving?
You probably have a bad rt front tire. It may be low air pressure, lost wheel weight, or alignment. The low air pressure could make it pull to the right, and so could a bad alignment. Lost wheel weight and/or alignment could make the steering wheel shake. Think if you hit a large object, a pot hole, or ran over the curb for example this could tear the alignment up and cold weather will reduce the air pressure in your tires as well as a nail.
Does a Hyundai Sonata need a 4 wheel alignment?
yes to balance well
What sort of services does Mr Tire provide?
Mr.Tire offers such services as oil change, brake services, tire rotation, wheel alignment, as well as selling tires for all makes of vehicles. All your cars needs.
Is it possible to rotate tires on staggered wheels if you just rotate the fronts with the fronts and rears with the rears?
Well, the answer is maybe - it depends on the type of tire you are using. Some tires are either asymmetrical or unidirectional. Asymmetrical tires have a tread pattern such that the tire has a distinct "outside" and "inside" - that is, the tire must be mounted such that the outside part of the tread faces the outside of the wheel. These tires can rotate in either direction. Unidirectional tires have a tread pattern that requires the tire to rotate in one direction only. This type of pattern may help direct water better and can be seen on many wet-weather specific tires. Note the unidirectional tire has a tread pattern that will funnel water away when rotating in one direction and suck water in when rotating in the "wrong" direction. So you can "rotate" or swap your fronts and rears on a staggered fitment if you are using universal or asymmetrical treat patterns, but not if you are using unidirectional tread patterns. Just swapping the front wheels left to right might help a little - especially if your car has different alignment specs for the left and right, but it's unlikely to be of significant benefit compared to being able to rotate all four wheels.
Why does your car pull to the right?
That all depends on the alignment of your vehicle's tires. Some cars pull to the left as well.
Front end shakes bad on jeep wrangler sport 1997?
you need to have the tires rotated and balanced if they are not in the best condition you probably need new tires. If your tires are fairly well and you had that done try an alignment.
Why would the steering wheel shake at 55 mph?
Just highway speed vibes, not at lower speeds, 9 times out of 10 is tire balance. Have all tires inspected, if good....balanced....and the best of the four put on the front. The tires that go to the rear in this case must have descent tread depth or it can cause a very dangerous scenario when driving in water. It also is highly recommended too that you have your front end checked as well to be certain you don't have other issues or a combined problem. If your two front tires are worn more than the front, more than likely the tires weren't rotated often enough. Rotate your tires every 6,000mi. Every other oil change for most folks. This saves time and money. If the two front tires are worn and the back look pretty good, they might recommend an alignment and say that is what caused it. Partially true, but remember they are in it to make money. Have your alignment checked once a year, just after the snow is gone, and rotate every 6,000 and tires magically take care of themself!
