What are the arrows on the tires for?

[CottonBurnerz]

I've noticed today that I've switched up the front wheels/tires because the arrows on the tires are pointing in reverse direction I must've switched it up while installing new struts.

Anyhow, does it hurt or anything if you switch it like that? If not, then why would they put arrows on the tires?

 

[BrightBlue00GT]

I've noticed today that I've switched up the front wheels/tires because the arrows on the tires are pointing in reverse direction I must've switched it up while installing new struts.

Anyhow, does it hurt or anything if you switch it like that? If not, then why would they put arrows on the tires?

You need to switch them back ASAP. The arrows show the rotational direction, and they do have a one-way rotation.

 

[Cobra Jay]

You'll be O.K. Don't worry about it.

I was cleaning my rims and tires and noticed that my left rear tire was mounted wrong from the factory. Go figure! I took it back to the dealer and they re-mounted it in the right direction. I didn't notice it 'til after I had already put 2,500+ miles on the car. I told the service guy that if I got any noise or vibration from it that I wanted a new tire. He told me if they noticed anything abnormal that they'd definately replace it. Everything is o.k. and it's been almost 3,000 miles since they switched it. I don't think you'll have anything to worry about. Relax, go put them back on right and have a cold one.

 

[millhouse]

You need to switch them back ASAP. The arrows show the rotational direction, and they do have a one-way rotation.

I agree...definatley switch them asap. You may or may not notice abnormal wear problems...but you will hydroplane like a sunno***un. They are one way for a reason.

 

[jimfitzgerald]

Just because one guy doesn't have a problem doesn't mean you won't. Switch them to the other side.

 

[Cobra Jay]

What I meant when I said "You'll be o.k. Don't worry about it" is. When you switch them back, if you havn't had them going in the wrong direction for a long time you most likely havn't cause any damage to them. Just thought I'd clarify myself.

 

[CottonBurnerz]

that explains the road noise (i hope) heh well i already put more than 120 miles on it.. and my tires are out of align by almost a degree need to install the c/c plate in the living room soon.. thanks for the info guys