To keep your tyres in tip-top shape, check them at least once a month (preferably every two weeks), or before a long journey. You should pay particular attention to your tyres' tread and pressure.
 
Note: Chrysler recommend that tyres have a tread depth of at least 2.5mm across the tyre and around the circumference.
 
What you should know about tyre pressure.
Under-inflated tyres can overheat while over-inflated tyres can result in poor handling on the road, putting you and your passengers in danger. But ignoring your tyre pressure is also financially costly.
Over- and under-inflated tyres are more at risk of damage and may need to be replaced more often.
Cars with under-inflated tyres also need more fuel to maintain the same speed.
 
Looking after your tyres will also increase their 'legal life'. Treads will not wear down as quickly, maintaining your tyres for longer. Keeping your tyres road worthy also helps you avoid a possible maximum penalty fine of £10,000 and 12 penalty points on your driving licence.
 
See our tyre checklist.
 
Should you rotate your tyres?
No. Most manufacturers advise against this now because:
  • Partly worn tyres are more likely to puncture, especially in wet-weather conditions.
  • Front tyre deflation is more likely. This creates an under-steer effect and may compromise your safety.
If you have to replace one tyre, then have it fitted at the rear with the tyre having the most tread depth. This will help you handle your car and give it more stability, whether or not your car is front- or rear-wheel drive.
 
Don't forget your spare tyre.
It's easy to forget about your spare, but an emergency is not the time to discover that it's under-inflated or lacking in tread depth. Make sure your spare is up to standard now. Also, know where your car jack is and how to use it.
 
Note: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of producing this fact sheet, Chrysler Finance can take no responsibility for any errors in the content or consequences arising from such errors or misinterpretation of the content.