Tire Pre Quiz

What are the main causes of tire wear?

• Leaving the tires underinflated intentionally

• Improper inflation, misalignment, worn suspension components, aggressive driving, and lack of tire rotation.

• Driving on smooth roads

• Using the wrong type of tire shine

Which type of tire wear is characterized by the inner or outer edges of the tire wearing faster than the center?

• Camber wear

• Toe wear

• Feathering wear

• Cupping wear

What is the term for the regular wear pattern that occurs across the entire width of the tire?

• Tread wear

• Center wear

• Shoulder wear

• Sidewall wear

How can tire wear due to overinflation be prevented?

• Using tires with a higher maximum pressure rating.

• Ignoring any warning signs of overinflation.

• Regularly checking and maintaining the correct tire pressure.

• Inflating the tires to the maximum pressure recommended by the manufacturer.

What is the recommended tire rotation interval to prevent uneven tire wear?

• 2,000 to 3,000 miles

• 6,000 to 8,000 miles

• Never

• 10,000 to 12,000 miles

What should be checked during a tire inspection?

• Tire pressure, tread depth, overall condition, signs of damage or wear

• Number of spokes on the wheel

• Brand of the tire

• Color of the tire

Which of the following is NOT a recommended tire maintenance practice?

• Using mismatched tires on the same vehicle

• Driving with worn-out tires

• Overinflating or underinflating the tires

• Ignoring punctures or cuts in the tire

What is the term for the process of adjusting the angles of the wheels to the car manufacturer's specifications?

• wheel balancing

• wheel adjustment

• wheel alignment

• tire rotation

What is the purpose of tire balancing?

• To increase fuel consumption

• To make the tires spin faster

• To make the ride more bumpy

• To evenly distribute weight around the axle and prevent handling issues.

If the tire shows 225/75R15 on the sidewall, what is the tread depth measured in?

• inches
• feet
• millimeters
• centimeters