How often should you rotate your tires? Generally, tire rotation has an interval of 5,000 to 8,000 miles. Though this is a good ground rule, for exact figures on your model you should always check your owner’s manual. Still curious when to rotate tires? Read through this simple guide from the folks at Moon Township Mazda, your Pittsburgh-area trusted service center.
The designations of front-wheel and rear-wheel drive simply mean where power from the engine is sent. For a front-wheel drive car, it is sent to the front tires, while in a rear-wheel drive car it is sent to the rear tires. This means the set of tires getting the bulk of the engine power will wear faster than the others. Should you drive a car with FWD or RWD, keep these tire rotation tips in mind:
If you have a Mazda vehicle with i-ACTIV AWD®, then your vehicle will have a different tire rotation than FWD or RWD vehicles. Since power from your engine is sent to every wheel when you engage AWD, the rotation will need to be done in a specific way and in closer intervals. Most AWD tires need to be rotated every 3,000 to 5,000 miles if you use AWD regularly in Imperial. You’ll also follow these tips when rotating your tires at home:
To make this process easier, we recommend drawing a simple diagram of your drivetrain and using color-coded arrows to help you move your tires properly. If you prefer to have a professional team rotate your tires, you can always schedule service at Moon Township Mazda!
Now that you know when to rotate tires, you may be wondering why rotate them at all. Common knowledge will tell you tire rotation extends the life of your tires. Beyond that, regular tire rotation gives your vehicle additional benefits:
To be better prepared for hazardous weather around Weirton, keep tire rotations as part of your maintenance plan. Remember that properly caring for your tires doesn’t mean they’ll last forever. If you need replacement, our parts center can help you out!
For any information regarding tire care, contact us anytime. Our certified technicians are standing by to help answer your service questions and solve your problems.
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• Complete a multi-point inspection
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• Replace engine oil and Mazda oil filter
• Top off vital fluids
• Complete a multi-point inspection
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Poorly aligned wheels wear out tires prematurely and reduce gas mileage. Service includes:
• Inspect/adjust caster, camber and toe-in as applicable
• Inspect suspension and steering linkage
• Check tire wear
• Check tire pressure, adjust as necessary
• Computerized alignment
• Road test
Plus applicable taxes. Valid only at MOON TOWNSHIP MAZDA. Cannot be used with any other applicable offer. Mazda vehicles only. Some vehicles may be slightly higher. Hazardous waste fee and shop supplies fee if applicable. Please present offer at time of write-up. No cash value. Coupon expires 03/31/25.
Poorly aligned wheels wear out tires prematurely and reduce gas mileage. Service includes:
• Inspect/adjust caster, camber and toe-in as applicable
• Inspect suspension and steering linkage
• Check tire wear
• Check tire pressure, adjust as necessary
• Computerized alignment
• Road test
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The air you breathe is only as clean as the filter it goes through. A new cabin air filter will reduce airborne impurities such as pollen, dust, etc. Recommended every 12 – 24 months.
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The air you breathe is only as clean as the filter it goes through. A new cabin air filter will reduce airborne impurities such as pollen, dust, etc. Recommended every 12 – 24 months.
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• Install a Genuine Mazda oil filter
• Top off vital fluids
• Complete a multi-point inspection
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Plus applicable taxes. Valid only at MOON TOWNSHIP MAZDA. Cannot be used with any other applicable offer. Mazda vehicles only. Some vehicles may be slightly higher. Hazardous waste fee and shop supplies fee if applicable. Please present offer at time of write-up. No cash value. Coupon expires 03/31/25.
Our Multi-Point Video Inspection provides you with a comprehensive review of your Mazda’s most crucial components. *Max discount $100 *Not valid on tires & brakes.