Title: Inspect the tires for wear patterns and proper mounting.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology I (20107-I) > Section: Preventive Maintenance and Inspection: Servicing the Tires and Wheels

Inspection should be conducted according to DOT and manufacturer guidelines and include, but not be limited to,

- feathering
- cupping
- uneven wear
- tread depth
- sipes
- tire type per position.

ASE 1: IV. Suspension and Steering: G. Wheels and Tires (P-1)

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can tire wear patterns indicate under-inflation or over-inflation, camber problems, and toe problems?
- How can tire wear patterns indicate loose suspension parts, faulty shocks/struts, and out of balance tires?
- When conducting a visual inspection using specialized tools (e.g., tire machine), following manufacturer guidelines, what happens when the TPMS sensor is damaged?
- What precautions should be taken when dismounting a tire with a TPMS?