If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.

This indicator shows that there is less than 1/16 in (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when this indicator appears.

Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the tire.

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The tire size affects the wheel speed. When replacing the tires, all 4 tires must be the same size as the original ones supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can prevent the ABS and ESC from working correctly.

It is best to replace all 4 tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, replace the 2 front or 2 rear tires as a pair. Replacing just 1 tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.