Question: Backed my 98 V70 AWD into a sidewalk and got an unifixable rear flat tire. My mechanic, generally pretty reliable, said it was essential I replace all four tires. They were Pirelli snow tires, two years old. I've heard this before, but alas this was the first time i'd encountered it with this vehicle, which I bought three years ago second hand. Could someone reassure me that it was neccesary for me to drop $500 for four new tires when only one was dead? I understand (or not) that this has something to do with the transmission, the tracs, the viscuous coupling, the Volvo AWD for that particular year??? Furthermore, WHEN does it become essential?. When does the difference in tread size (I'm assuming that is the problem) become a problem with the old tires versus the new ones. After a year? After x amount of tread loss? Sorry if this has been dealt w/ before, thanks for any info.
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18 years ago