What happens if you put a different size tire on your car?

Changing to larger tires with an improper sidewall height can cause damage to your vehicle’s suspension system, wheels, and the tires themselves, and can run the risk of incorrect speedometer readings.

Can I use 265 tires instead of 255?

The tread section width of the 265 tire is 10mm wider than the 255 tire. Simple math. A radial tyre has three numbers on it eg. 255/45 X 16 equals 255 mm width and the distance between the wheel and circumference is 45\% of the width and the circumference of the wheel is 16 inches.

How much taller is a 265 tire than a 255?

17inches. Since you only specified the first, I can only tell you that the 265 is 10mm wider than the 255. It’s important to note that the outer diameter (how far the wheel rolls in one revolution) is slightly more for a 265 than a 255 at the same aspect ratio as the sidewall would be larger.

What does P265 mean on a tire?

Let’s take for example P265/60R18. This code gives you the following information about your vehicle’s tire: P = Passenger Tire (Light Truck Tires will begin with the prefix LT). 265 = Section Width in millimeters (measured at the widest part of the tire from sidewall to sidewall)

Can I put different size tires on the front and back?

What happens if wheels are different sizes. In a front- or rear-wheel-drive vehicle, as long as both rear wheels are the same and both front wheels are the same and the suspension geometry is set up to accommodate this, the vehicle will operate fine.

Does it matter if one tire is different?

If you decide to replace only one tire, the replacement should be the same model, size and tread pattern as the others. A different brand or model tire will have even greater differences in traction and number of revolutions per mile, and it’s likely to wear at a different rate.

Can I use different sized tires and wheels on my car?

While you may be able to get away with using various brands and models, using different sized tires and wheels can lead to accidents and expensive maintenance issues. Mismatched tires and wheels put constant stress on your vehicle’s suspension and transmission, along with your brakes and ABS system.

Can I use a different size tyre on each side?

Again, you wouldn’t use a different diameter tyre on one side. You may need to use a different sized tyre in an emergency: your space saver spare wheel. In this case, you will need to keep your speed under the recommended maximum for the tyre (usually 80km/h) and minimise the distance you drive.

What happens if you drive a car with too wide tires?

Also, tires that are too wide can wear out the wheel bearings and cause rubbing in the wheel wells on turns, Shaffner warns. Taller or shorter tires than recommended will throw off the vehicle’s speedometer readings.

Can you put mismatched tires on the same wheel?

While we recommend always having the same tires and wheels throughout your entire vehicle, there are some cases where mismatched tires can work as a temporary fix. If you decide to use mismatched tires or wheels, you need to ensure that each axle of your vehicle contains the same tires.