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Can you rotate tires on a rear wheel drive?

Yes, you can rotate tires on a rear-wheel drive vehicle. Tire rotation is an important part of vehicle maintenance that helps to extend the life of your tires and improve handling. When you rotate tires, you are moving the tires from one position on the vehicle to another. This helps to distribute the wear evenly across all four tires, which prevents any one tire from wearing out too quickly.

There are two main types of tire rotation patterns for rear-wheel drive vehicles:

* X-pattern: This is the most common tire rotation pattern. With this pattern, the front left tire is moved to the rear right position, the front right tire is moved to the rear left position, the rear left tire is moved to the front right position, and the rear right tire is moved to the front left position.

* Front-to-back pattern: With this pattern, the front tires are moved straight back to the rear axle and the back tires move to the front axle, swapping positions left for right.

The type of tire rotation pattern that is best for your vehicle will depend on the make and model of your vehicle, as well as your driving habits. You can consult your vehicle owner's manual or a qualified tire technician to determine the best tire rotation pattern for your vehicle.

In general, it is recommended that you rotate the tires on your rear-wheel drive vehicle every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. However, you may need to rotate them more frequently if you drive in harsh conditions, such as on gravel or snow-covered roads.