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Step 1
Determine whether you need a front-end and thrust-angle alignment or a four-wheel alignment. You can do a front-end alignment if you have a solid rear axle, but you should always do a thrust-angle alignment at the same time, which ensures that your front and back tires line up. A four-wheel alignment is appropriate for most other vehicles, including those with four-wheel drive. The shop that's doing your alignment should be able to tell you what kind of alignment your car needs.
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Step 2
Find a reputable automotive shop to do your alignment by checking credentials before you go with a place. If you can return to the shop that sold you your tires, that's your best option.
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Step 3
Put the normal load that your vehicle carries in the car when you have the tires aligned. This ensures that the car is properly aligned according to what it carries on a daily basis. Otherwise, your alignment may be off when you put all of your stuff in the car, causing more wear and tear on your tires.
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Step 4
Correct your tire alignment at regular intervals as directed in your owner's manual or every time you get new tires. If you feel any pulling or shaking or if you've had a particularly bad jolt from hitting a curb or a pothole, you should have your tires aligned.
