2004 Dodge Stratus Owner Manual Coupe - Page 338
2004 Dodge Stratus Manual
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338 MAINTENANCE When the indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves, tire replacement is recommended. NOTE: The mark and the location of the tire wear indicator are different depending on tire manufacturers. Tire rotation Type 1 Type 2 M40A0490 M40A0270 To equalize wear and help extend tire life, the manufacturer recommends that you rotate your tires approximately every 7, 500 miles (12, 000 km) under normal driving conditions and every 6,000 miles (9,600km) in severe driving conditions. However, the timing for tire rotation may vary according to your vehicle condition, road surface conditions and each individual driver's driving habits. Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible. When rotating tires, check for uneven wear, damage and wheel alignment. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper wheel alignment, out-of-balance wheel or severe braking. Consult an authorized dealer to determine the cause of irregular tread wear.