How Often Should You Rotate Your Tires?

Our service department wants to help you keep your car running on our San Jose roads. That’s why it’s so important to know when to rotate the tires on your car. How often should you rotate your tires? For many cars, this would be every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. But this is not always the case. Let’s take a closer look with the guide below on how many miles to go before you rotate tires.

When to Rotate Tires – By Drivetrain

We see all different kinds of drivetrains around San Francisco. So, how often should you rotate your tires if your car is a rear-wheel drive model? What if it uses all-wheel drive instead? Follow the guide below on how and when to rotate tires so you can keep safe while driving along our San Francisco roads:

FWD Car or SUV

• How many miles to rotate tires: 5,000 to 7,000
• Front left tire: rotate to rear right
• Front right tire: rotate to rear left
• Rear left tire: rotate to front left
• Rear right tire: rotate to front right

RWD Car or SUV

• How many miles to rotate tires: 5,000 to 7,000
• Front left tire: rotate to rear left
• Front right tire: rotate to rear right
• Rear left tire: rotate to front right
• Rear right tire: rotate to front left

4WD Car or SUV

• How many miles to rotate tires: 5,000 to 7,000
• Front left tire: rotate to rear right
• Front right tire: rotate to rear left
• Rear left tire: rotate to front right
• Rear right tire: rotate to front left

AWD Car or SUV

• How many miles to rotate tires: 3,000 to 6,000 miles
• How to do it: Don’t! Schedule an appointment to have a professional do this.

Did you know that with the new INFINITI Premium Care Coverage, when you buy ANY new 2023 model, your tire rotations, oil changes, and other routine service needs are covered for 3 years? You can even schedule pick up and drop off, and we’ll handle your maintenance while you handle everything else.

Why Should You Rotate Your Tires?

You know how often to rotate your tires, but why should you do so in the first place? During normal driving conditions, your tires will tend to wear down at different rates. The tires that receive power from the drivetrain and steer the vehicle are especially prone to rapid wear.

By rotating your tires, you ensure that they all wear down at the same time, and you’ll also enjoy the following benefits:

• Improved traction
• Less vehicle shake and road noise
• Less stress on the drivetrain

Let the Experts at INFINITI of San Jose Do Your Tire Rotation

The tire experts in our service center know how and when to rotate tires. So, let them do it! You can even schedule an appointment online or learn how to rotate tires at home. We’re conveniently located near Walnut Creek and Pleasanton, so drop by or contact us today.