Tire rotation
1. The tires should be rotated at the specified intervals and whenever uneven wear is noticed. Since the vehicle will be raised and the tires removed anyway, check the brakes (see Brake check ) at this time.
2. Radial tires must be rotated in a specific pattern (see illustrations).
i. 2a Four-tire rotation pattern
i. 2b Five-tire rotation pattern (to be used only if the spare tire is the same as the other four
3. Refer to the information in Jacking and towing at the front of this manual for the proper procedures to follow when raising the vehicle and changing a tire. If the brakes are to be checked, do not apply the parking brake as stated. Make sure the tires are blocked to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
4. Preferably, the entire vehicle should be raised at the same time. This can be done on a hoist or by jacking up each corner and then lowering the vehicle onto jack stands placed under the frame rails. Always use four jack stands and make sure the vehicle is firmly supported.
5. After rotation, check and adjust the tire pressures as necessary and be sure to check the lug nut tightness.