Passport LX 4WD V6-3.2L DOHC (6VD1) (2000)
Tires: Testing and Inspection
Irregular and Premature Wear
Irregular and/or premature wear has many causes. Some of them are incorrect inflation pressures, lack of tire rotation, poor driving habits or improper
wheel alignment. Incorrect inflation is common cause of tire premature wear.
NOTE: Due to their design, radial tires tend to wear faster in the shoulder area, particularly on the front tires. This makes regular rotation especially
necessary. After rotation, be sure to check wheel nut torque, and set tire pressures.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread Wear Indicators
The original equipment tires have built-in tread wear indicators (l) to show when tires need replacement. These indicators may appear as wide bands.
When the indicators appear in two or more grooves at three locations, tire replacement is recommended.
Diagnosis List
If the following conditions are noted, rotation is required.
1. Front tire wear is different from rear.
2. Uneven wear exists across the tread of any tire.
3. Left and right front tire wear is unequal.
4. Left and right rear tire wear is unequal.
If the following conditions are noted, check the wheel alignment.
1. Left and right front tire wear is unequal.
2. Uneven wear exists across the tread of any tire.
3. Front tire treads have scuffed appearance with "feather" edges on one side of tread ribs or blocks.
4. There is cupping, flat spotting etc.
Higher than recommended pressure can cause:
1. Hard ride.