What to Do When Tire Shows White Cords but No Broken Wires?
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Tire showing white cords but no broken wires should be immediately replaced at a repair shop. Car tires support the entire weight of the vehicle, bear the load of the car, transmit forces and moments in other directions, deliver traction and braking torque, ensure good adhesion between the wheel and the road surface to improve the car's power, braking, and off-road performance, and together with the car suspension, mitigate the impact during driving and dampen the resulting vibrations. Methods for handling damaged car tires: If you feel the car tire is damaged while driving, pull over immediately to inspect the tire. If the tire pressure drops sharply and you cannot continue driving, replace it with the spare tire and drive to the nearest repair shop. If the air leaks slowly, you can use a car air pump to replenish the tire pressure and then drive at low speed to the repair shop. Never continue using the tire under extremely low pressure, as it poses significant safety hazards, can damage the tire, and even harm the wheel rim. Signs that a tire needs replacement: Tires must be stopped when worn to the wear limit indicator (i.e., tread depth below 1.6 mm), or when the tire is aged. For example, if there are numerous small cracks at the base of the tread grooves or on the tire sidewall, the tire should be replaced promptly, whether it is new or old. Other conditions include deformed tread or damaged bead, tires damaged by running under-inflated, tires corroded by chemicals, and tires with bulges.
I've encountered many tire wear issues. When your tires show white lines but no broken cords, it means the tread wear indicators are fully exposed. This indicates the tire has worn down to the legal safety limit, approximately 1.6mm or less. Continuing to drive in this condition is extremely dangerous as the risk of a blowout increases significantly. Especially during high-speed driving or on wet roads, traction is greatly reduced, making skidding or loss of control more likely. I recommend you stop using the car immediately and drive to a professional tire shop for inspection. They will use specialized tools to measure tread depth and confirm if replacement is necessary. If severe wear is confirmed, choose a reliable brand for new tires and have wheel balancing and alignment done to prevent future issues. Develop a habit of checking tire pressure and wear monthly to prevent similar incidents. Taking action early can save you trouble and money while ensuring safety.
