2011 Chevrolet Volt Owner's Manual - Page 427

Vehicle Care 10-61 Tire Inspection GM recommends that the tires, including the spare, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. Replace the tire if: . Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). The first rotation is the most important. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2. Tires are rotated to achieve a more uniform wear for all tires. Any time unusual wear is noticed, rotate the tires as soon as possible, and check the wheel alignment. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10‑62 and Wheel Replacement on page 10‑67. The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen. There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. . Use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑54 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑14. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑57. . . .