Tire Rotation: Inspection

When the tread has worn down to 1.8 mm (0.071 in) or the wear indicator appears across the tread, replace the tire. (Replace the right and left tire as a set.)
If the tire appears to be worn unevenly, adjust the wheel alignment.
Rotate tires periodically (12,000 km/7,500 miles) as shown in the figure, in order to prevent them from uneven wear and to prolong their life.
- Without instruction for the direction of tire rotation
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Direction Of Tire Rotation (Without Instruction)
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- With instruction for the direction of tire rotation
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Direction Of Tire Rotation (With Instruction)
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  Fig 3: Identifying Damaged Tread And New Tread
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