Why do tires and wheels need balancing?
Given today’s modern manufacturing processes, tires and wheels still have inherent imbalances that require correcting. Plus, as you drive your car, your tires wear due to starting, stopping, turning, and occasional skidding. This causes your tires to develop additional imbalances. Out-of-balance front tires cause front wheel shimmy, or shaking, that translates into vibrations in the steering wheel and through the car. Out-of-balance rear tires cause a “seat of the pants” shaking sensation, or rear passengers may notice a vibration. These vibrations lead to increased road rumble inside the car and spoil a comfortable and quiet ride. There are other problems that develop from out-of-balance tires and wheels. Imbalances left uncorrected can lead to severe suspension and drivetrain wear. These conditions cause increased maintenance costs, and a very rough riding car. Tire rotation recommendations. Over the years there have been a number of tire rotation patterns used. Today’s cars use two
