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

This shows there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when this happens.

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

The ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The tire size affects wheel speed. When replacing tires, all 4 tires must use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can cause the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) and ESC (Electronic Stability Control) to malfunction.

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.