How the tyre should be checked?tips, by Gaadizo Gyan on YouTube. 1 min 6 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 6 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Park on flat, level ground and switch off the engine. Let the tyres cool so readings are accurate.
Find the tread wear indicator bars. These are small raised ridges inside the main grooves of the tyre.
Push the probe of a tread depth gauge into a main groove and press the collar flat against the tread.
Read the depth on the gauge. Note the number in millimetres.
Repeat the measurement at three points across the tyre: inner edge, centre and outer edge.
Check all four tyres, and the spare if you have one. Write down each reading.
Compare readings to the wear bars. If tread is level with the bars, the tyre is worn out.
Look for uneven wear, cracks, bulges or objects stuck in the tread. Replace any damaged tyre.
Tips and common mistakes
Most tyres are unsafe once tread drops to 1.6 mm, so plan a replacement before you reach that.
Check tread monthly and before long trips, since wear builds up slowly and is easy to miss.
Uneven wear across one tyre often means wrong pressure or alignment, so get it checked.
Never rely on a quick glance. Measure with a gauge for a true reading.
Questions
What tread depth is safe?
A common legal minimum is 1.6 mm across the central three quarters of the tyre. Many drivers replace tyres at around 3 mm for better grip in wet weather.
Can I check tread without a gauge?
Yes. A coin held in the groove can show roughly how much tread is left, but a gauge gives a precise number in millimetres.
How often should I check my tyres?
Check tread and pressure about once a month and before any long journey. Also check after hitting a kerb or pothole.
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