Tire Inspection for Wear and Damage
11th GradeCareer & Technical Education30 min
Learning Objective
I can inspect tires for wear and damage.
Lesson Flow
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5 Common Causes of Outside Tire Wear & Tyre Wear Patterns
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Excessive positive camber can cause uneven tire wear on the outer edge, but a simple alignment can usually fix it.
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Underinflation causes tires to wear out faster along the outside edges because the outer shoulder of the tire takes on extra stress.
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Cupping or scalloping patterns on tires indicate worn suspension components like shocks and struts need replacement.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe two different tire wear patterns and their most likely causes.”
Teacher Guide
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