What is the tire replacement sequence?
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Tire replacement sequence: 1. Remove the damaged tire; 2. Install the spare tire. The functions of tires include: 1. Supporting the entire weight of the vehicle, bearing the load of the car, and transmitting forces and moments in other directions; 2. Preventing severe vibrations and early damage to automotive components, adapting to the high-speed performance of the vehicle and reducing noise during driving, ensuring driving safety, handling stability, comfort, and energy efficiency; 3. Transmitting traction and braking torque, ensuring good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface to improve the vehicle's power, braking, and passability; working together with the car suspension to mitigate impacts during driving and dampen the resulting vibrations.
As an experienced private car owner who has been driving for years, I believe the tire rotation sequence depends on the vehicle type. My car is front-wheel drive, so I make it a habit to rotate the tires every 8,000 kilometers: first move the left rear tire to the right front position, the right rear to the left front, then switch the left front to the left rear, and the right front to the right rear. This cross pattern ensures much more even tire wear. Without doing this, the front tires would wear out prematurely, leading to longer braking distances in rainy conditions—which is particularly dangerous. I've also learned that if the tires have unidirectional arrow markings, you can't rotate them freely; they must stay on the same side. For four-wheel-drive vehicles, a straight front-to-back rotation is necessary to avoid issues with the drivetrain. I always check tire pressure to maintain the correct values, ensuring smooth and safe driving after rotation. This way, I don't have to frequently buy new tires and can go a year or two without worrying about replacements.
