What should be paid attention to when changing car tires?
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Precautions for changing car tires are as follows: 1. Choose the appropriate tires. The specifications of the tires should be the same as the previous ones and must match the other tire on the same axle, such as speed rating, load index, tread pattern, brand, size, etc., which is beneficial for safe driving. 2. The valve stem should also be replaced. This is because when you change the tires, the aging cycles of the new tires and the valve stems are different. During the new tire cycle, the valve stem may develop issues, which are not easily noticeable. Therefore, it is best to replace the valve stem at the same time as the tires. 3. Installation direction and inflation. If using the original factory tires, install them according to the manufacturer's requirements. If using non-original tires, generally the side with the production date should face outward. If they are directional tires, ensure that the arrow on the wheel aligns with the direction of the car's forward motion. When inflating, you can inflate to the maximum pressure allowed by the tire and then reduce it to the standard pressure specified by the manufacturer. 4. It is best to install new tires on the rear axle of the vehicle. If more worn tires are placed on the rear axle, it will reduce the rear wheels' drainage capacity, thereby increasing the risk of driving in rainy conditions. Therefore, if only two new tires are installed, they should be mounted on the rear wheels.
