Will changing tires outside of 4S stores affect the warranty?
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No. Here are the precautions for changing tires: Check the shelf life of the tires: Tires have a shelf life. Generally, tires should not be stored for more than 3 years from the date of production, and should not be used for more than 8 years after installation. In fact, the production date is usually indicated by 4 digits near the rim on the tire sidewall, such as 4714, which means the tire was produced in the 47th week of 2014. Observe the tread pattern and color of the tire: Since old tires are severely worn and substandard retreaded tires are processed irregularly, their tread patterns are relatively shallow. Check the tire hairs: New original tires will have many tire hairs on the surface, which will gradually disappear after driving about 5-10 kilometers. Retreaded tires cannot replicate these tire hairs.
I just heard you asking about tire warranty. From my years of car maintenance experience, changing tires outside a 4S shop usually doesn't affect the vehicle's overall warranty. Warranties mainly cover manufacturing defects, such as issues with core components like the engine or transmission, while tires are consumables and not included. However, I recommend keeping receipts after each tire change, so if other parts develop problems, you can prove no related repairs caused the damage. In fact, I've changed tires outside several times—professional tire shops offer good service at half the price or less. Just remember to choose qualified shops and avoid low-quality tires that could compromise safety. This way, you save money without worrying, and my warranty has never been affected.
