Proper tire maintenance is crucial to enjoying a smooth, comfortable ride every time you take your Genesis sedan or SUV out in Sugar Land. The tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road, so if something is off, it can greatly affect your vehicle’s ride quality, performance, and, potentially, its safety. Not to worry, as Genesis of Southwest Houston will help you get up to speed on how to keep up with tire maintenance in this Genesis tire guide. Read on to learn more, and contact us if you have any questions.
A proper set of tires means everything when it comes to enjoying the absolute best your precision-engineered Genesis has to offer. The appropriate tire size and type will vary depending on the year, model, and trim level of your Genesis, so you must consult your owner’s manual for the most precise recommendation. Additionally, you can always rely on our parts specialists for trusted information. To give you an idea of what to expect, here are some of the suitable Genesis tires for the latest versions of popular models:
In addition to ensuring you put the right tires on your Genesis, you will need to keep up with routine maintenance to make your tires last as long as possible and provide optimal traction on the Pearland/Friendswood roads. For starters, it is a good idea to check your tires regularly for damage that can occur during your daily drives, such as nails and other road debris that can cause punctures. You should also perform frequent visual inspections of the tire treads and look for abnormal wear and tear. Otherwise, regular tire maintenance at your local Genesis service center includes:
You will need to rotate your tires about every 6,000 miles or 12 months to equalize tread wear and extend tire life. Some models may be able to go 7,500 miles between rotations, so be sure to check your owner’s manual for an exact recommendation.
Sometimes, a wheel alignment is needed in addition to a tire rotation. If you feel your vehicle pulling to one side, the steering feels off-center, the tires have unequal wear, or are wearing out prematurely, these could all be signs that the alignment is off.
Your tires should always be properly inflated to the tire pressure listed in your owner’s manual or found on the sticker on the driver’s door jamb. If the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning light comes on your dashboard, you will know you need to check your tire pressure and inflate the low tires.
Your tires have tread wear indicators that let you know when it is time to replace them. If the indicators form a visible band around the tire, there is less than 1/16 inches of tread left, and you should schedule tire replacement as soon as possible.
Whether you need new tires or a tire rotation, our service team will help keep you moving confidently on the Missouri City roads. Schedule an appointment at our service center in Houston to get the premium care your Genesis vehicle deserves.
