Tire Balancing Service

Tire Balancing Service at Stanley Ford McGregor

Over time, you’ll find that you need to replace various parts of your vehicle, as nothing lasts forever. If you feel that you’re replacing your tires a bit too often though, you’ll want to make sure that you’re properly servicing them. When they become unbalanced, your tread will wear down at a much quicker pace. When you need them inspected near McGregor, Killeen, or Waco, you can always head to Stanley Ford McGregor. 

Your Balanced Tires

If you’re used to taking routine care of your tires, you probably already know what tire balancing is. It’s an essential part of routine maintenance, as it makes sure that all your tires are the exact same weight. When they’re weighted unevenly, it can wreak havoc on your performance, and you might be forced to deal with loud noises and vibrations as you drive. By adding the appropriate weights though, you’ll be able to make sure that your tread lasts for as long as possible. You’ll also notice a slew of other benefits, as you’ll find that you may have better gas mileage and efficiency overall. Balanced tires also put less pressure on your drivetrain when compared to an unbalanced set, so you’ll be helping other parts of your vehicle as well. 

Bad Balancing

Diagnosing your vehicle can be difficult, but if you’re experiencing any of the signs below, you’ll know that it’s time for your next service. 

• Your Tires Are Wearing Unevenly: When you check your tread, your tires should all be wearing at a somewhat even rate. If your vehicle is parked, you’ll want to keep an eye out for any flat spots that might appear on the tire itself. 
• You Hear Loud Noises as You Drive: While your vehicle will never be completely quiet as you drive, it’s important to keep an ear out for strange noises.
• Your Steering Wheel Shakes: If your steering wheel is vibrating in your hands, you’re almost certainly having an issue with either your tires or your suspension. 
• Your Seats Vibrate and Shake: If your seat is vibrating, it likely means that your whole model is vibrating as well. You’ll want to see what’s wrong at the dealership. 

Other Services

When you stop by the dealership to have your tire balanced, you’ll be presented with a few other options. These can all help your set last longer on the road, so you’ll want to think about what you might need before you head out.

• A Tire Rotation: When your tires are hanging on for dear life, it’s probably time to replace them. Bald tires can be dangerous to drive on, and you won’t want to risk your safety on the road. Our parts department can provide you with an extensive list of options. 
• A Tire Alignment: A tire alignment simply means that when your tire is placed back onto your vehicle, it’ll be at the perfect angle. This can help to reduce the wear that your tread experiences over time.
• A Tire Replacement: This is one of the most important services, as your tires won’t wear evenly as you drive. By rotating them, you can give them a break.