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How to ensure good tractor tyre maintenance

Tyre pressure is a recurring theme in our articles, for the simple reason that it is key to the proper functioning and longevity of tyres.

This is our first recommendation for tyre maintenance. Be sure to check pressures regularly with a calibrated pressure gauge or with your CTIS (Central Tyre Inflation System) if you are equipped with one.

Don't forget that optimum tyre pressure must be adapted to the load and speed of your farm machinery. Our article on tyre pressure or our online tool "MICHELIN Agropressure" will help you to determine them, if necessary.

Given that a natural loss of air is inevitable over time (whatever the tyre), we recommend that you check your pressures once a month or every time you change implements, since any difference in load implies an adjusted pressure.

If your tyres are weighted down with water, the volume of air is implicitly reduced, which implies less pressure: it is therefore important to monitor your pressures frequently in this case.

The risk, if you work with under-inflated tyres, is that you will overload them and cause them to age prematurely, leading to early replacement and a consequent impact on your costs.

Vehicle maintenance is a good opportunity to check the condition of your tyres.

Before checking pressures, we recommend that you inspect the general condition of your tyres for any deformations (bulges, cuts, cracks, etc.).

This is an important check, because if you detect a serious anomaly before it gets any worse, a prompt repair could save you substantial costs.

If you notice any alarming damage to your tyres or if you have any doubts, please report it to your tyre professional for advice.

If you store alternative mounts for any length of time, make sure that the tyres do not become deformed or stressed by crushing. Store them in a dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and away from:

any source of heat (flames, welding machine, etc.)
any source of ozone (electric motor, electric transformer, etc.)

any chemical substances (solvents, hydrocarbons) likely to alter the rubber
any sharp metal object

When wintering machinery (e.g. combine harvesters), a slight increase in pressure will be necessary to avoid tyre crushing due to the natural loss of air to which tyres are subject over time.

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How to ensure good tractor tyre maintenance

Simple tyre maintenance for prevention

Tip No. 1 for tyre maintenance: check their pressure regularly

When should pressure be checked?

Tip No. 2 for tyre maintenance: inspect them regularly

What can be done about irregular wear?

Tip No. 3 for tyre maintenance: clean them after working in the field

The right precautions for storage and wintering

Conclusion

Identify the right pressure for your tyres with MICHELIN Agropressure

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