Tire Services of Burlington Kia

Your tires are the only connection between your vehicle and the road and are also a crucial part of the suspension system. Even though tires can be easily maintained, they can often be overlooked. Tire maintenance is vital to your safety on the road, and proper maintenance can reduce rolling resistance and provide proper traction. Here at Burlington Kia, keeping you safe is our top priority. That’s why our service center has certified factory-trained technicians ready to provide you with the best tire maintenance around.

When Should You Purchase New Tires

 Most vehicle manufacturers recommend that tires be replaced at six years, while tire manufacturers recommend they be replaced at 10 years. Regardless, it is always a good idea to check the manufacturer’s recommendations on your specific tires. When it comes to thread wear, the most important factor to worry about is safety. Your vehicle may respond poorly in some weather conditions like rain or snow if your tire’s threads are worn. Good thread will help your car better grip the road, while worn threads can also make other parts of your vehicle wear prematurely. At our tire center, we offer major tire brands in a large variety of sizes, and tires for any road conditions.

Balancing Your Tires

Lots of professional service technicians use computerized wheel balancers that allow them to pinpoint the weight difference within a tire and wheel assembly. Both the tire and wheel should maintain an equal amount of weight throughout the assembly, essentially complementing one another. If you experience any of the following, your tires may need to be rebalanced:

●     Vibrations in your vehicle

●     Squeals from your tires

●     The vehicle pulls in one direction

●     Faster tread wear

When your wheels and tires are properly balanced, you will notice that your ride is smoother, and you have more control.

Repairing Your Tires

 Tire repairs should be performed as needed, by professionals to help ensure safe vehicle operation. Before the tire can be repaired, it must be removed from the wheel and rim, which allows a thorough inspection of the interior and exterior walls. The Rubber Manufacturer’s Association, or RMA, states that a punctured tire can be repaired if the puncture is ¼ inch or smaller and if it is located on the thread of the tire. The recommended repair involves a plug and a patch along the lining of the tire.

Tire Rotations

A tire rotation service involves changing the position of a car’s tires in order to reduce tread differentiation between them. Rotating your tires is an effective way to manage uneven tread wear on all of your tires. The tire rotation varies depending on the type of vehicle, and the type of tires your vehicle uses. Routine and professional tire rotations can not only extend the life of your tires but also help improve gas mileage. Most car manufacturers recommend rotating your tires about 7,500 miles or every six months.

Burlington Kia has many service specials to offer our customers in the Levittown area. Call or click to make an appointment today with our certified service technicians.