Does swapping front wheels to rear wheels affect the car?

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Swapping front wheels to rear wheels has no impact on the car. It's recommended to rotate them every 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers. If you prefer not to rotate, you can simply replace the front tires when they wear down to the tread wear indicators, while the rear tires generally don't need replacement as tire lifespan is typically around four to five years. Wheel balancing isn't necessary after rotation unless directional deviation occurs, in which case balancing should be performed. Relevant details are as follows: Rotation methods for different vehicle types: Four-wheel-drive vehicles: When front tires show excessive wear, they can be directly swapped with rear tires. Front-wheel-drive vehicles: For replacement with original tires, cross-rotation is required. Rear-wheel-drive vehicles: Similar to front wheels, diagonal swapping with original tires is necessary when replacing. Some tires are unidirectional (with tread patterns facing one direction), which can only be rotated front-to-rear on the same side, not diagonally. Tire maintenance precautions: Monitor tire pressure, regularly check front wheel alignment, adjust driving habits, understand tire wear indicators and manufacturing dates, and perform regular vehicle maintenance.