Tire Balancing Service

Tire Balancing Maintenance Explained

Balancing ensures the perfect weight distribution across the wheel-tire assemblies. Wheel assemblies spin quickly, and the slightest imbalance leads to shaking and wobbling. Severe imbalances can cause violent shaking. Excessive vibration reduces driving comfort and leads to rapid tread wear and premature suspension component depreciation. Balancing ensures a vibration-free ride by creating the perfect weight distribution across the wheel-tire assemblies.

When Should I get Tire Balancing Service?

The ideal balancing strategy involves service alongside tire rotation and replacement. Tires wear unevenly, causing imbalances that wreak havoc on driving comfort, steering/suspension components, and tire life. Tire rotation service is an excellent opportunity for balancing with the wheels removed. When mounting new tires, you should also balance wheels to promote even wear and life.

Tire Balancing Service Overview

Tire balancing service starts in our state-of-the-art facility equipped with a digital wheel balancer. A certified technician mounts the wheel assemblies to the balancer. We spin the wheel assemblies, and the equipment senses imbalances and severity. We then apply small, precision weights on the rim to restore perfect balance.

Poor Tire Balance Warning Signs

Poor balance is a big problem for driving comfort and tire life. We recommend knowing the poor tire balance warning signs and contacting us for service if you notice:

• Vibration in the cabin/steering wheel, often worsening with acceleration
• Decreased fuel economy
• Loose steering or delayed response
• Irregular tread wear
• Bad wheel bearings, shocks, or struts