Do Smaller Tires Affect Odometer?

Do Smaller Tires Affect Odometer?

The answer is no. Tire size and speedometer accuracy are directly linked to each other. Up-sizing, or installing a taller tire, will lead to a speedometer reading that is slower than your actual speed.

Does tire size affect odometer?

Bigger tires affect the odometer as larger tires naturally end up traveling greater distances with every revolution made by the tire. However, that is only when you recalibrate the odometer to account for a tire size change. If you don't recalibrate the odometer, bigger tires won't affect it.

What happens if I put smaller tires on my car?

Smaller tires can cause inaccurate information from your speedometer and odometer, create transmission shifting issues, cause anti-lock brakes to malfunction, and may even trip your check engine light.

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