New Tire Vibration

Do you ever notice a vibration (typically through the steering wheel or coming from the front of the car) after installing new tires or getting a tire rotation? A vibration at any speed indicates there's a problem. Naturally, it's something that needs to be addressed right away. A quick…

…all four tires from the same vehicle are out-of-round or responsible for a vibration. If a request is made to return all four tires, the tire manufacturer will deem that there was no genuine attempt to isolate the true cause of the problem. The tire manufacturers have identified that if a new tire…

…Using tire covers at least minimizes direct exposure to sunlight. Tire manufacturers' warranties typically cover cracking for a period of 4 years from the date the tire was purchased (receipt for the new tires or in-service date of the vehicle required) or four years from the date the tire was…

…Treadlife / Mileage Warranties Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) Standards United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (U.N.E.C.E.) Vibration Diagnosis Flow Chart When Should I Replace My Tires? Where to Install New Pairs of Tires? White Sidewall Tire Scuffing / Discoloration / Storage Why…

…Treadlife / Mileage Warranties Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) Standards United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (U.N.E.C.E.) Vibration Diagnosis Flow Chart When Should I Replace My Tires? Where to Install New Pairs of Tires? White Sidewall Tire Scuffing / Discoloration / Storage Why…

…tires rebalanced if the vehicle has developed a vibration. It's also a good time to inspect the tires for any damage, remove stones or debris from the tire treads, check for uneven wear by checking the tire tread depth and of course, checking your tire pressure. Tire rotation helps even out tire…

…finalizing the tire's exact size, structure and shape. If a tire's internal components are misaligned as it cures, it is possible that unequal internal forces may cause the vehicle to pull to the side, even when it is steered straight ahead. When this occurs with a brand new tire it is typically…

…pads to grip-slip-grip-slip as they pass over the rotor surface under pressure. The resulting vibration will cause noise and telegraph vibrations through the suspension and steering wheel. This vibration is known as brake judder or brake shimmy. This is typically caused by an uneven transfer film on…

…10N (1.0 kg) Imbalance Resolution: +/- 0.01 oz. or 0.5ms Placement Accuracy: 512 positions, +/- .35 Related Links * How to Install Your Tire & Wheel Package * Match Mounting to Enhance Tire & Wheel Uniformity * Mounting & Balancing * Tire & Wheel Owner's Manual * Where to Install New Pairs of Tires?

…diameter rims - only specially trained persons should mount tires. Related Links * How to Install Your Tire & Wheel Package * Match Mounting to Enhance Tire & Wheel Uniformity * Tire & Wheel Owner's Manual * Tire & Wheel Package Ride Uniformity Confirmation * Where to Install New Pairs of Tires?

…new lug with your factory wrench. Centering rings are used as a placeholder to correctly position the wheel on the hub of the vehicle. This results in a vibration free install. These rings, along with valve stems are also included at no additional cost. What does all this mean? When you order a Tire…