To make sure the front and rear tires of your vehicle wear evenly and last longer, we recommend that you swap the tires from front to rear and vice versa at regular intervals between 5,000 km (3,000 mi) and 10,000 km (6,000 mi).

If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, then the settings for the system sensors need to be updated. Always perform the system reset procedure after rotation. If the system is not reset, it may not provide a low tire pressure warning when necessary.   See   Tire Pressure Monitoring System. 

If you have to mount a curb, do so slowly and approach it with the wheels at right-angles to the curb.

Examine the tires regularly for cuts, foreign objects and uneven wear of the tread. Uneven wear could mean that the wheel alignment is outside specification.

Check the tire pressures (including the spare) when cold, every two weeks.

When the tread is worn down to 2 mm (0.1 in), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indicators, or wear bars, which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 2 mm (0.1 in).

When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars, the tire is worn out and must be replaced.

Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage (such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls, cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended.

Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation pressure) the tires experience throughout their lives.

In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear. However, heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently.

You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used.

No matter how carefully you drive, there is always the possibility that you may have a flat tire on the road. Drive slowly to the closest safe area, away from traffic. This may further damage the deflated tire, but your safety is more important.

If you feel a vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or suspect your tire or vehicle is damaged, reduce speed immediately. Drive with caution until you can get off the road safely. Stop and check for damage to the tires. If a tire is damaged or deflated, remove the wheel and replace it with the spare wheel.

A bad jolt from hitting the edge of the sidewalk or a pothole can cause the front tires to become misaligned or damaged. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side while driving, the wheels may have lost alignment. Have an authorized dealer periodically check the wheel alignment. Misalignment of the front or rear wheels can cause uneven or rapid tire wear and must be corrected by an authorized dealer.The driving wheels and vehicles with an independent rear suspension may require alignment of the four wheels.

An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in uneven tire wear.