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How to rotate tires

FWD VW: rear tires move forward, fronts cross to the rear (unless they’re directional). Torque the lugs. Or we do it with the oil change.

Updated 2026-09-17 · Platinum Volkswagen, Hicksville, NY

Tire rotation

Most Jetta/Tiguan/Taos in the U.S. are FWD or 4MOTION with non-directional tires. Pattern: rears go straight to the front, fronts go to the opposite rear. Directional tires stay on the same side. Torque to the spec in the book — not impact-gun forever.

Every oil change is the easy cadence. We rotate on the lift while the oil drains.

Education, not a work order. Specs vary by VIN. Owner’s manual and a quote from Platinum Volkswagen LLC win arguments. Schedule service.