Rotate Tires: 2003 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L V6

Ford Escape Model Years - 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

2. Find Spare Tire Kit - Locate all of the components for your jack kit

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3. Access Spare Tire - Locate and remove the spare tire

Car Displayed: 2001 Mazda Tribute DX 3.0L V6

4. Pre-Jack List - Things to do before jacking up your vehicle

5. Check Pattern - Determine the proper rotation pattern

6. Position Jack - Assemble components and position jack

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7. Rotate 1st Wheel - Raise vehicle and rotate the first wheel

8. Other Wheels - Rotate the remaining wheels

9. Replace Spare - Put the spare tire back in place

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10. Replace Jack - Secure jack kit components back in place

Car Displayed: 2001 Mazda Tribute DX 3.0L V6

11. Check Tire Pressure - Find the correct tire pressure for your vehicle

12. More Info. - How to increase and decrease the tire pressure

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Video Description

Rotating the tires every 6,000 miles will improve your tire life by up to 20% and is fairly easy to do yourself. The video above shows you how to rotate the tires on your 2003 Ford Escape without requiring any special tools. When you rotate the tires on your Escape, check for unusual wear on the treads. If one side of the tire is more worn than the other, then you should have your wheels aligned by a professional. If the center of the tire has more wear, check your tire pressure as your tires are likely over-inflated. If both edges of your tires have more wear, your tires are likely underinflated.

While following the instructions provided in your Escape's owners manual and in this video will help minimize the risk of injury. The best way to avoid injury is to never get under your vehicle while it is jacked up.