Recommended rotation order for wheels fitted with non-directional tyres
1 - Left front; 2 - Right front; 3 - Left rear; 4 - Right rear
Recommended rotation order for wheels equipped with directional tyres
1 - Left front; 2 - Right front; 3 - Left rear; 4 - Right rear
Tire rotation should be performed regularly in accordance with the vehicle's routine maintenance schedule, and whenever signs of uneven tread wear are detected. The vehicle should be raised off the ground when rotating - take this opportunity to also check the condition of the brake system components (see Section Checking the brake system).
The authors of this Guide recommend rotating wheels equipped with radial tires in accordance with the proposed diagrams. Most models are equipped with tires with a non-directional tread, otherwise, pay attention to the difference in the order of the procedure. Directional tires are easily distinguished by the presence of an arrow on the sidewall indicating the correct direction of rotation of the wheel. The set should include two tires with a right-hand rotation direction and two with a left-hand rotation.
A detailed description of the wheel changing procedure is provided in Section Jacking and towing. Make sure that the vehicle is securely fixed in the raised position.
The best thing to do is to lift the entire car off the ground - use a winch, or jack up the car and place it on supports placed under the frame side members (under no circumstances should you use less than four supports to secure the car in a raised position!).
After completing the rotation, check the tyre inflation pressure and adjust it to the required specifications. Make sure the wheel nuts are securely fastened (ideally, the wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench and rechecked after 40 km [25 miles] of driving).
For more detailed information on wheels and tires, see Chapter Suspension and steering.
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