How to Check the Manufacturing Date of Tires?
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The method to check the manufacturing date of tires is as follows: 1. Look at the letters and numbers on the sidewall of the tire. 2. The last four digits represent the manufacturing date of the tire. 3. The first two digits indicate the week of production. 4. The last two digits indicate the year of production. Below is an introduction to the functions of tires: 1. Support the entire weight of the vehicle, bear the load of the car, and transmit forces and moments in other directions. 2. Transmit traction and braking torque to ensure good adhesion between the wheel and the road surface, thereby improving the vehicle's power, braking, and passability. 3. Together with the car suspension, they mitigate the impact received during driving and dampen vibrations.
I've been driving for years and regularly check tire dates for safety. The tire manufacturing date is hidden at the end of the DOT code on the sidewall, which is a four-digit code. The first two digits represent the production week (ranging from 1 to 52), and the last two digits indicate the year (e.g., 24 means 2024). On a cloudy day, squat down to check the outer side of the tire. Sometimes, it's engraved on the side facing the chassis, so you might need to turn the steering wheel or wipe off dust with a wet cloth to find it more easily. I make it a habit to check every six months because aged tires are prone to cracking or blowouts, and generally, they should be replaced after six years. Remember the date code example: seeing '3123' means the tire was produced in the 31st week of 2023. Combining this with tire pressure checks can make driving more reassuring.
