Grand Vitara 2WD V6-2.5L (2004)
Tires: Testing and Inspection
Tire Inspection and Rotation
1. Check tires for uneven or excessive wear, or damage. If defective, replace. Refer to "Tire Diagnosis: ".
2. Check inflating pressure of each tire and adjust pressure to specification as necessary. Refer to "Inflation of Tires Description: "for details.
NOTE:
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Tire inflation pressure should be checked when tires are cool.
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Specified tire inflation pressure should be found on tire placard or in owner's manual which came with the vehicle.
Irregular and/or Premature Wear
Irregular and premature wear has many possible causes. Some of them are: incorrect inflation pressures, lack of tire rotation, driving habits, improper
alignment.
If the following conditions are noted, rotation is in order:
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Front tire wear is different from rear.
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Uneven wear exists across the tread of any tire.
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Left front and right front tire wear is unequal.
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Left rear and right rear tire wear is unequal.
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There is cupping, flat spotting, etc.
A wheel alignment check is in order if the following conditions are noted:
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Left front and right front tire wear is unequal.
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Wear is uneven across the tread of any front tire.
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Front tire treads have scuffed appearance with "feather" edges on one side of tread ribs or blocks.
Wear Indicator
