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Tire Rotation Patterns

Tire rotation helps maintain an even amount of tread wear. In fact, on that basis some manufacturers actually require periodic rotation as a condition of their warranty. Maintaining uniform tread wear generally prolongs the performance of your tires and reduces the opportunity for wheel vibration along with a number of other issues.


And even though tire rotation can’t correct wear problems due to worn mechanical parts or incorrect inflation pressures, rotation at regular intervals can help you check up on the symptoms of various mechanical issues before they get out of hand.

Manny, Moe and Jack suggest rotating your tires as part of your normal oil change visit.

Rotating your own tires? Here are some guidelines.
Regular tire rotation can even out tire wear and can prolong your tires’ performance advantages. Even though you’re doing your rotation at your place instead of ours, we recommend rotation every 3,000 - 4,000 miles, whether or not they show signs of wear. Some tire manufacturers recommend 6,000 – 8,000 mile rotations.

A Helpful Diagram from Manny Moe and Jack

Rearward Cross Tire RotationX Pattern Tire RotationForward Cross Tire RotationFront to Rear Tire RotationSide to Side Tire Rotation

  • Rear- and Four-Wheel Drive vehicles (without Directional tires)
    Rotate your tires using the rearward cross pattern or the alternative X-pattern.
  • Front-Wheel Drive vehicles (without Directional tires)
    Rotate your tires using the forward cross pattern or the alternative X-pattern.
  • For vehicles equipped with the same size directional wheels and/or tires
    Rotate your tires using the front-to-rear pattern.
  • For vehicles equipped with differently sized non-directional wheel and tires on the front and rear axle
    Rotate your tires using the side-to-side pattern.
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Notes:

  • The above rotation diagrams are a source of reference, it’s always suggested that the original owners manual be followed.
  • In cases where the tread depth between the front tires and rear tires differs significantly, make certain to place the tires with the deepest tread on the rear.
  • Tire rotation cannot correct irregular wear caused by suspension or steering issues.