Tire Service
The Rubber Meets the Road at Brilliance Honda of Crystal Lake
Have you ever experienced a flat tire, a slow leak, or a blow-out? If so, then you know that tires are an essential part of your car. You want to be sure that the rubber meets the road in the safest, most effective way possible. At Brilliance Honda of Crystal Lake, IL, we stock only the best quality tires for your Honda vehicle.
The Role of Tires
Tires on a vehicle serve several purposes. They support the load of the vehicle, they're responsible for traction, and they're integral to braking. They help to absorb road shocks and direct the vehicle as it travels down the road. Clearly, a car would not get very far without reliable tires.
The tread on a tire is significant for several reasons. Thicker tread with wider grooves makes the car easier to handle during inclement weather but can cause additional road noise. Tires with a thinner tread are designed for driving on dry road surfaces and can create less road noise, but they also provide less traction.
Parts of a Tire
The sidewall area of the tire should be inspected regularly for cracks, scrapes, bulges, cuts, and foreign objects. Damage to the sidewall rarely can be repaired. A tire with sidewall damage should be replaced immediately.
The level of air pressure in a tire is perhaps the most critical factor of all. Inflation must be maintained at the proper level to ensure that the tire wears evenly and provides optimum load-bearing support. Under-inflated tires can heat up, causing damage to the internal structure of the tire and potentially leading to a blow-out. Over-inflated tires wear down the tread and are more prone to picking up nails, screws, or other road debris.
Even a properly inflated tire begins to lose air at the rate of about one pound per square inch (PSI) every month. Checking the inflation regularly ensures that the tire remains inflated at the proper pressure.
The Rule of Six
Tires should be inspected and rotated every six months and replaced every six years. Rotating tires ensures that they wear evenly. Replacing them on schedule keeps your car running safely.
Prevent problems on the road by bringing your car into Brilliance Honda of Crystal Lake, where our expertly trained service technicians will check for any signs of damage or wear. When it's time for new tires, we have the quality brands you want for your vehicle. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for a tire inspection, rotation, or replacement!
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Brilliance Honda
680 W. Terra Cotta
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
- Sales: (815) 322-9500
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