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Hey Kirkland! How do You Know When itâ€™s Time to Change the Tires on Your 2017 Nissan Altima?
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(Posted on Oct 18, 2018 at 07:00AM by Robert Bacon)

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Hi Robert,

I bought a pre-owned 2017Â Nissan AltimaÂ last year and haven't changed the tires since. How do I know when they need to be replaced?

Thanks,
Jeff

Hi, Jeff!

What a great time to ask this question with the wintry weather upon us. A classic trick is to place a penny, upside down, in the treads of your tires. If you can see beyond the top of Abe Lincolnâ€™s head, they have worn to an unsafe level.

Check for any damage to the sidewall, like tears or a bulge. These are things which canâ€™t be fixed and could lead to a blowout, meaning the tire will need to be replaced. You should also look for dry rot, which would be present if there are a lot of small cracks on the rubber. This is dangerous as chunks can fly off and hit your Altima when driving.

While you're down there, make sure both sides of the tires are wearing evenly. If theyâ€™re not, it could indicate problems with your suspension or a misalignment.

Thanks for the question, Jeff, and donâ€™t hesitate to contact us again should you need to.

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