Check Your  Tire Valve Caps
Those little caps keep out dirt and moisture that can create tire leaks, so be sure all your tire valves have valve caps on. Another tip: When you replace Chevrolet tires, request new valves with the tires. If you should have a flat, check tyour tire valve.  If your tire valve is missing its end cap, the problem might be a weak leaky tire valve.

Maintain proper inflation
Under-inflated tires create excessive heat that can lead to premature tire war and failure on tyour Chevy. Get yourself a tire pressure gauge and use it at least once a month (more in hot weather) to keep your tires inflated to the recommendation in the vehicle's owner's manual. Check tires when they are cold (driven for less than one mile) for an accurate reading.  Our Chevrolet Service Center in Red Lion PA will check your tire pressure for you.

Check for uneven tire wear
Check tires for uneven wear. If you've maintained tire inflation properly, uneven wear may indicate the need for a wheel realignment. It can also mean improperly operating brakes or shocks, a bent wheel, internal tire damage, or worn bushings.  A simple inspection at our Red Lion Chevrolet center can determine the issue for you.

Check tread for safety
Most states require tires to be replaced when they have worn down to 1/16-inch (1.5 mm) of remaining tire depth.Tires sold in North America are required to have "wear bars" molded into them to make it easy to see when tire replacement is legally required. However, if you'll be driving in the rain, you should change your tires when there is 1/8-inch (3 mm) of tread left. Otherwise, water may not escape from under your tires fast enough and you risk hydroplaning -- a dangerous situation in which your car loses traction and literally floats on the water. Stick an American quarter between the treads in several places. If part of Washington's head is always covered, you have enough tread to drive in the rain. If you drive in snow, you'll need at least 3/16-inch (5 mm) of tread to get adequate traction.

Rotate your tires
Rotating your tires helps to distribute tire wear evenly and ensures that you'll get the maximum tread life out of them. The first rotation is especially important. Your owner's manual should specify both rotation period and pattern. If not, rotate your tires every 6,000 to 7,500 miles -- your tire dealer should know the correct pattern of tire rotation.

When temperatures affect tire inflation
When outside temperatures fall or rise, tires tend to lose air pressure. A drop of 10 degrees F, will decrease a tire's air pressure by 1 or 2 pounds.Tires can lose even more air in hot weather. Under-inflated tires can result in accelerated wear and poor driving performance. If you live in a place where temperatures vary a lot, check your tire pressure often and always add air as needed.

Use wheel cleaner
Your car's wheels are down there on the road, taking the brunt of road dirt. Add in the dust that wears off your brake pads and you've got a formula for stains that are tough to remove when you wash your vehicle. Car-washing liquid won't do the job.You need a wheel cleaner specifically formulated to remove such stains.

Have your car's wheel alignment checked
Have your car's wheel alignment checked every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), or as recommended in your owner's manual. Also have it checked after installing new tires and when you replace steering parts. Improper tire alignment will shorten the life of your tires as well as cause poor handling. If your steering is stiffer than normal or the vehicle pulls to one side, you probably have an alignment problem.