Tires and Wheels
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Selecting Tires
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Pacific Motor Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value.
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Published on: Aug 07, 2022
Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)
You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them. Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters. That string of letter...
Published on: Jul 13, 2022
Simple Answers from Pacific Motor Service in Monterey: Winter Tires
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Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Pacific Motor Service Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Monterey come with all-season tires that work pretty...
Published on: Jul 01, 2022
Pacific Motor Service Tech Question on Tire Wear
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Pacific Motor Service Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Pacific Motor Service Ans...
Published on: Feb 20, 2022
Simple Answers from Pacific Motor Service for Monterey: Tire Rotation and Balancing
Question
How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced?
Answer
The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Dec 31, 2021
Simple Answers from Pacific Motor Service for Monterey: Tire Tread Depth
Question
How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced?
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That is a very important question. As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Sep 02, 2021
Tire Rotation and Balancing
You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let’s start with tire rotation. In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Feb 21, 2021
Tire Replacement at Pacific Motor Service in Monterey
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Monterey drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive ...
Published on: Nov 10, 2020