Chevrolet Tires in Cary

Proper wheel alignment is just one component of tire service and the key to prolonging the life of your Chevrolet tires. If your vehicle is misaligned, it can cause your tires to wear unevenly, and you may experience a change in how your vehicle handles.

Your Chevy tires and wheels are aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing aren't needed as frequently as other types of maintenance, but you should consider a wheel alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one side or the other.

If one of your tires is out of balance it can affect your ride quality and can shorten the life of tires and other suspension components. If you notice a vibration when driving on a smooth road, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. Let our Certified Service experts ensure you have a smooth ride with an expert wheel alignment and balance near Apex. 

The most frequent tire service your vehicle requires is tire rotation. It's a known fact that regular tire rotation extends the life of your tires and improves performance. Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all four tires. Each tire performs different tasks (such as steering in front- versus rear-wheel drive), therefore tires wear at different rates. Your Chevrolet tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles to prevent irregular tire wear.

When you get tire service in Cary, it's important to rotate your tires according to the correct tire rotation pattern for your drivetrain. Doing so will prolong the life of your tires and will reduce the risk of sudden tire failure. 

If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, it will need to be reset after each tire rotation. You can count on your Certified Service experts to perform this simple procedure with every tire rotation they perform. For more tire service information, see your Owner’s Manual for details.

Your Chevrolet’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is designed to warn you when low tire pressure conditions exist. A sensor measures tire pressure and temperature, then transmits data to your tire pressure monitor. If the pressure in one or more of your Chevrolet tires is 25 percent or more below the vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure for tires, a warning indication will alert you and you'll know it's time to get tire service and add air to your tires. 

Your OEM TPMS sensor battery can last up to 10 years with normal use. When the TPMS battery fails, the sensor will need to be replaced.

How do you know that air pressure is low or whether the TPMS has malfunctioned?

If your Tire Pressure Monitor light comes on and stays solid with a "check tire pressure"; "low tire pressure"; or "add air to tire" message, then check and adjust all tire air pressures to the recommended levels. Next, drive your vehicle around Holly Springs for a while to turn the light off.

If your Tire Pressure Monitor light appears as a blinking yellow lamp for more than one minute and stays solid, then diagnostic service is needed. If your TPMS is not functioning properly, it cannot detect or signal a low-tire condition. Simply schedule an appointment with one of our Certified Service Technicians, and they can ensure your TPMS is operating properly so you can go with confidence.

There are many factors that can cause tire wear, such as your driving style and tire service habits. Tire replacement is absolutely needed when the tread wear indicators appear. Your Chevrolet tires have built-in tread wear indicators that look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread and become visible as the tire surface wears. Unsure of what type of tire your vehicle requires to operate at peak performance levels? Learning how to read tire numbers and speaking with our service advisors will ensure you choose the right set when you replace your Chevy tires!

Tread wear indicators appear when your tires only have 2/32 of an inch or less of tread remaining. Also, the rubber in your tires ages over time. This applies to your spare tire as well (if available), even if it is never used. Multiple factors including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast tires age.

Other warning signs that your vehicle needs tire replacement include:

• You can see three or more tread wear indicators around the tire
• The tire cord or fabric is showing through the rubber
• The tire tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric
• The tire has a bulge or split
• The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can't be repaired correctly