GMC Sonoma Uneven tire wear Inspection at your home or office.

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(91)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(91)

Uneven tire wear Inspection Service

How much does a Uneven tire wear Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a GMC Sonoma Uneven tire wear Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1999 GMC SonomaV6-4.3LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$124.99 - $132.49
1998 GMC SonomaV6-4.3LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2003 GMC SonomaV6-4.3LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
1994 GMC SonomaV6-4.3LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$104.99 - $112.48
1993 GMC SonomaV6-4.3LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.02 - $112.55
1995 GMC SonomaL4-2.2LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2001 GMC SonomaL4-2.2LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$109.87 - $117.28
1992 GMC SonomaL4-2.5LService typeUneven tire wear InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$110.24 - $117.94
Show example GMC Sonoma Uneven tire wear Inspection prices

Over time all tires will wear down and need to be replaced. But while this is an eventuality for all vehicles, there are things a driver can do to help increase the life of their tires. Wear patterns on tires can reveal a lot about how the vehicle rides and if any adjustments need to be made. Being able to identify wear on the tires can help you and the mechanic make the appropriate changes.

How this system works:

When you purchase a new or certified used vehicle from a dealership, it should come with four matching tires, each inflated to the correct psi (pounds per square inch). Over time the tread on each tire will begin to wear and need to be changed. When a tire needs to be changed, it is possible that all will need to be changed. Replacing a single tire with a different brand or different size tire may throw off the balance of the vehicle. A mechanic can advise you on when to change your tires and how it should be done.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Tire Over/under inflation: Every tire has a recommended psi inscribed on the side of tire, indicating how much air should be put in. Over or under inflating the tire will cause the tire to wear unevenly. An over-inflated tire will wear more quickly around the middle of the tire. An under-inflated tire will wear more quickly on the edges. You mechanic will be able to show you where the recommended psi number is located.

  • Car is out of alignment: New cars are aligned by the manufacturer in a certain way to help maintain efficiency, and increase the life of the tires. In a vehicle that has come out of alignment, the tires are not facing perfectly straight and the vehicle must work harder to travel in a straight line. You can notice if you vehicle is out of alignment if it pulls either left or right, the steering wheel is at an angle while driving straight, and the tires are wearing down unevenly.

  • Tires are not rotated: In vehicles where the engine is at the front, the front tires bear more weight than the ones in the rear. In addition to this weight, they are also responsible for braking and turning. It is recommended that you rotate tires from front to back and side to side to ensure even wear. Tires that have not been rotated will show increased signs of wear at the front tires and decreased wear at the back.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the reason why your vehicle’s tire have worn unevenly. The mechanic will then provide a detailed inspection report outlining the nature of the tire wear and the cost of any repairs that need to be made.

How it's done:

A mechanic will first inspect the tires to determine the wear and get a better idea of what might have been going wrong. If the mechanic suspects that the tire is under or over inflated, he or she will use a tire pressure gauge to determine the exact pressure inside the tire. The mechanic will then compare that reading to the one on the outside of the tire. Depending on the measurement, the mechanic may have to inflate or let some air out of the tires. Wear in the center of the tire will most likely mean the mechanic will be letting out air, while wear on the edges mean the mechanic will most likely be adding air.

If the mechanic suspects that the vehicle is out of alignment, they will have to adjust suspension components that may have been affected by hitting a pothole or curb. Suspension components may also begin to fail over time, causing the vehicle to come out of alignment. While aligning your vehicle, the mechanic will also see if suspension components need to be replaced. The mechanic will adjust each side of the vehicle so that the tires are flat on the road and not at an angle.

If the wear on the tires is more significant at the front, the tires may need to be rotated. The mechanic will remove each tire and rotate it from front to back and side to side.

In all repairs the mechanic will also check the tread on the tires to make sure that they are still good. Tires that have low tread will not be as effective as new tires. When replacing tires, it is important to have tires of the same brand and size to ensure that they all wear evenly.

How important is this service?

As tire wear becomes worse, they will begin to lose gripping ability and need to be replaced. If you notice that your tires are wearing unevenly, especially in the event of a misalignment, you should have a mechanic look at your vehicle. Paying attention to signs like when the vehicle pulls left or right is an indicator that the vehicle needs to be aligned. Having tire wear examined and corrected can help increase the life of the tire, saving you time and money.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert GMC mechanics

Real customer reviews from GMC owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(91)

Rating Summary
87
1
0
2
1
87
1
0
2
1

Matthew

12 years of experience
183 reviews
Matthew
12 years of experience
GMC Sonoma V6-4.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Avon, Indiana
Arrived early and thourough with inspection. Great customer service.

Lewis

16 years of experience
118 reviews
Lewis
16 years of experience
GMC Sonoma V6-4.3L - Throttle Position Sensor - Dallas, Texas
Super he showed up on time and as always the case repaired the vehicle in a very professional competent And Timely manner Lewis really does know what he's doing highly recommend anybody have this man work on their car Lewis is completely honest.

William

34 years of experience
569 reviews
William
34 years of experience
GMC Sonoma V6-4.3L - Distributor - Phoenix, Arizona
William thank you sir. You definitely went above and beyond any service I was expecting.. I will recommend and use you in the future. 100%

Sam

15 years of experience
123 reviews
Sam
15 years of experience
GMC Sonoma V6-4.3L - Car is hard to start Inspection - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
He was on time. Polite, professional, and explained everything in a way us non mechanical people can understand. I would Definitely let Sam work on my truck again!

Excellent Rating

(91)

Rating Summary
87
1
0
2
1
87
1
0
2
1
Number of GMC Sonoma services completed
1001+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT GMC MECHANICS
900+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Is It Safe to Drive With the Air Bag Light On?
Follow these 6 tips to stay safe if your SRS, supplemental restraint system, or Air Bag light turns on.
How to Remove a Car Battery
An auto battery helps power car electrical systems. To remove a car battery, you will need work gloves, safety goggles, and basic hand tools.
P0412 OBD-II Trouble Code: Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve A Circuit Malfunction
P0412 P0412 code definition Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve A Circuit Malfunction What the P0412 code means P0412 is an OBD-II generic code that the engine control module (ECM) got input from the air injection system driver that the...

How do I read the tachometer?

The tachometer is on the left side of your instrument control panel, and tells how quickly the engine is moving. The tachometer measures your engine speed in terms of revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer is a semicircle, with the...

When I unlock the door with key the horn sounds until I start the engine

Hello, thanks for writing in. The horn is being set off by the body control module. This module contains the anti-theft controls and if it does not get a remote signal to disarm the system then this will occur. There...

Car doesn't run right - 2005 Chevrolet Impala

Hello and thank you for contacting YourMechanic. You will need the check the idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idle-control-valve-replacement) (IAC). It is located just under the throttle body (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/throttle-body-replacement) where the throttle plate is. Unplug the harness and check the plug...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com