Should I go to a 4S shop or outside for a broken tire?

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MacHannah
07/29/25 3:27pm
It is better to go to a 4S shop to replace a broken tire. The quality of tires in outside car repair shops varies greatly. If you want to replace them outside, you must go to a professional tire brand store. However, when replacing at a 4S shop, you generally don’t need to consider these issues because 4S shops provide warranties for the replaced parts. 4S shops usually offer one-stop services, and the service you receive when replacing tires at a 4S shop is generally more advanced than outside. Below is some relevant information about tire replacement: 1. After tire disassembly and installation, a balancing machine must be used to test the balance of the tire and wheel hub during movement to ensure smooth driving. 2. When replacing tires, the valve stem should also be replaced. The valve stem is a rubber product that gradually ages over time and under environmental changes, leading to potential safety hazards. 3. Regularly check tire pressure, as both underinflation and overinflation can pose risks of tire blowouts. 4. After replacing tires, perform a four-wheel alignment to ensure the car maintains stable straight-line driving and light steering, reducing tire wear.
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