Posts Tagged: center differential failure

Can You Replace Just One Tire on an AWD Vehicle?

AWD Tire Tread Depth Requirements Quick Summary If you own an all-wheel-drive (AWD) vehicle and damage one tire, you may have to replace all four tires—even if the other three look fine. That’s because AWD systems are extremely sensitive to differences in tire circumference and tread depth. Installing one new tire alongside three worn tires can force the center differential, transfer case, or AWD coupling to work constantly, leading to overheating and potentially thousands of dollars in drivetrain damage. In this guide, I’ll explain why AWD tire replacement matters, when … Read More