Tire Installation

Proper tire installation is essential for safety, performance, and maximizing the life of your tires. With precision mounting, balancing, and alignment of your new tires, you'll go farther on every tank of gas and experience enhanced comfort, safety, and confidence behind the wheel. 

Can You Do Tire Installation Yourself? 

Yes, installing tires yourself is possible for many vehicle owners with some patience and the proper tools. Installing tires primarily involves removing the existing tires, mounting the new tires, and balancing them. 

For tire removal, you will need a lug wrench to loosen the lug nuts that hold the wheels onto the axles. Ensure you note the correct lug nut tightening pattern for your vehicle before removing any wheels. 

To mount the new tires, hand-thread them onto the lug bolts, then tighten them with the lug wrench in the star or criss-cross pattern. Be sure the tires are mounted evenly without crooked beads or bulges. Once the tires are mounted, spin them to ensure they spin freely before driving. 

Balancing the new tires involves using a tire balancer to determine the heaviest point in the tire assembly. Easy-to-apply wheel weights can then be affixed to the inner wheel rim at the 12 o'clock position. This helps ensure a smooth, vibration-free ride. With some tire-changing experience, DIY tire installation can be easy and cost-effective. 

However, for larger vehicles or less mechanically inclined owners, it may be worth the convenience and expertise of a professional tire shop. Proper tools, safety, and quality work are essential regardless of who performs the installation. 

Why Choose Hartland Auto Service for Professional Tire Installation in Elkhart, Indiana 

Hartland Auto Service is Elkhart, Indiana's premier automotive repair shop, proudly serving the community for over 30 years. Our expert technicians have extensive experience installing all major brands of new tires to ensure a safe, quality installation. 

Peace of Mind 

When you choose Hartland Auto Service, you can feel confident that your new tires will be installed properly. Our technicians follow the manufacturer's recommendations and use a precision wheel alignment system to make sure your new tires are balanced evenly for a smooth, stable ride. We stand by our work with a 12-month, 12,000-mile warranty. No worrying about coming loose or wearing prematurely. 

Expertise You Can Trust 

At Hartland Auto Service, our goal is to provide the best possible service for your vehicle. That's why we only hire experienced technicians with certifications from Ford, GM, Toyota, and other major brands. They stay up-to-date with the latest technical training and keep a wealth of knowledge about installing tires and maintaining wheel alignment and suspension systems. You can feel completely at ease knowing your tires are in the hands of a professional. 

Safety First 

Driving on properly inflated, balanced tires is crucial for safety on the road. Tires not installed and balanced correctly can cause uneven tread wear, wobbling or vibration at highway speeds, and impaired handling and braking ability. Our technicians strictly adhere to manufacturer-recommended tire pressures and balance specifications for your vehicle make and model. Trust Hartland Auto Service for high-quality, precision tire installation and service for safe, accident-free driving. 

Proper tire installation is essential for safety, performance, and maximizing the life of your tires. At Hartland Auto Service, we have years of experience installing all major brands of tires. We want your new tires to provide trouble-free miles of driving enjoyment