How deep does a tire scratch need to be before replacement is required?
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It is recommended to replace the tire as soon as there is any scratch, because the scratch indicates damage or injury, and continued use may pose a risk of a blowout, affecting the safe operation of the vehicle. Here are some related suggestions regarding tires: 1. In fact, there is no fixed standard for how deep a scratch can be, as different brands have different requirements for the thickness of the tire sidewall. If the scratch is not severe and does not reach the tire's cord layer, it is generally safe to continue using it. 2. If you are still concerned, you can take the tire to a repair shop to have the damaged area patched and rebalanced. However, if the cord layer inside the sidewall is damaged, it is a different story—it is basically unsafe to continue using the tire, as it may pose safety risks. 3. Overall, scratches on the tire sidewall are directly related to driving safety and should not be ignored.