Sidewall Damage

Potholes and Kerbs

This is caused by an impact that may have been caused by driving over potholes or hitting a kerb. This might also cause rim damage affecting the wheel balance.

Solution

  • Inspect tyre for damage and replace if necessary.
  • Check and adjust wheel alignment and balance.

Flat Tyre - Prolonged Under Inflation

Damage can occur inside the tyre which you might not be aware of.

Solution

  • Inspect the tyre and replace if necessary.
  • Regularly check tyre pressures.
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Recognise These Problems

Shoulder wear

Under inflation

Suspension misalignment

Incorrect wheel alignment

Hard driving

Crown wear

Over inflation

Irregular wear

Heel and toe wear

Mechanical Fault

Sidewall damage

Potholes and Kerbs

Flat Tyre