Tire Rotation and Balancing

Q1: Is it necessary to get my tires balanced and rotated regularly?

A: Tires should be rotated and balanced every 7,000 miles, according to most manufacturers. As a rule of thumb, most drivers get their tires rotated and balanced every other time their vehicle is scheduled for an oil change.

Q2: How do you tell when it's time to balance or rotate your tires?

A: Even if your tires are not due for balance or rotation, several warning signals indicate it is time to schedule an appointment. When:

(1) the front tires look to be more worn than the rear tires,
(2) your steering wheel rattles, or
(3) one tire begins to lose air pressure more quickly than the other

You should schedule an early routine service appointment. Give the Honda Santa Maria Tire & Service Center staff a call as soon as you see any of these warning signals so we can find a solution for you.