11 Tires Flashcards

1
Q

What do tires do?

A

Gives the vehicle contact with the road
Supports the weight of the vehicle
Transfers engine horsepower to the ground
Gives the vehicle traction and control

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2
Q

What gives tires their structural integrity

A

Belts

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3
Q

Winter tires

A

Hard rubber, more flex , More grips

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4
Q

Summer tires

A

Soft rubber, heat resistant

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5
Q

Tire tread

A

Maintains contact with the road
Assists with faster breaking

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6
Q

Solid band

A

Equals the tread is unsafe and worn down

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7
Q

Tire tread on front axle

A

3.2 mm 4/32nd

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8
Q

Rear axle

A

1.6 mm 2/32nd

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9
Q

Tires lose pressure by

A

Change of temperature

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10
Q

Under inflation

A

Reduces tread life
Builds up internal heat
Reduces concerning stability
Loses steering precision

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11
Q

Correct tire inflation

A

Improves fuel economy
Reduce the sidewall flex
Manages heat build up
Better tire responsiveness
Better traction and handling

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12
Q

Over inflation

A

Reduces footprint traction
Bumpier/harder, ride
Improve steering response
increases concerning stability

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13
Q

What causes tire wear?

A

Mismanagement
Aggressive driving
Worm tie ends
Improper infATION

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14
Q

Balanced tires

A

Mud and ice in the rims can make the tires temporary out of balance
Affects the quality of the ride
Affects tread wear and life
Affects bearings and shocks

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15
Q

Went to check air pressure

A

At the beginning of the day
Before the tire warms up
Before driving

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16
Q

Where do I find tire pressure?

A

Inside wall of tire
Inside cab

17
Q

How will a normal tire lose each month due to seepage

A

7 Kpa or 1 psi