Is a Wheel Alignment Necessary After Rotating Front and Rear Tires?

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After rotating the front and rear tires of a car, a wheel alignment is required. Below is a detailed introduction to wheel alignment: 1. Reason for Wheel Alignment: Because there are certain angles and relative positions between the car's tires, steering mechanism, and front and rear axles, after changing tires, these angles and positions may become misaligned. This can lead to phenomena such as the car pulling to one side, reduced steering precision, an off-center steering wheel, or uneven tire wear, necessitating a timely wheel alignment. 2. Purpose of Wheel Alignment: Wheel alignment ensures that the tires maintain the optimal angle relative to the car body, reducing wear between the tires and steering components during driving, ensuring tight contact between the tires and the ground, and allowing the car to maintain stable straight-line driving. 3. Notes on Tire Repair: When repairing a tire, a wheel alignment is not necessary; only wheel balancing is required. Performing a wheel alignment after repairing a tire can easily disrupt the balance of the vehicle's suspension.