| State | Probable cause | Your actions |
Lateral wear
 | 1. Underinflated tire (Both sides worn out). 2. Incorrect wheel alignment (One side worn out). 3. Sharp turns. 4. Hub bearing tightened. | 1. Measure and adjust pressure. 2. Correct or replace axles and suspension components. 3. Turn at a lower speed. 4. Loosen the hub nut. |
Central wear
 | 1. Tire pressure too high. 2. Hub bearing too tight. | 1. Measure and adjust the pressure. 2. Loosen the hub nut. |
Rough edge. Corner wear.
 | Incorrect wheel alignment. | Adjust the wheel alignment. |
Uneven wear
 | 1. Incorrect wheel alignment or caster. 2. Faulty suspension. 3. Wheel out of balance. 4. Warped brake drum. 5. Tight hub bearing. | 1. Repair or replace axles and suspension components. 2. Repair or replace suspension components. 3. Balance or replace the wheel. 4. Straighten or replace the drum. 5. Loosen the hub nut. |
5.3. This table will help you determine the condition of your tires, the possible cause of abnormal wear and will give you instructions on how to proceed.