Is it ok to change rear tires thats 235 50 17 to 255 45 17?

[o4350z]

I will keep the front to the factory specs but i was wondering if i can change my back tires. i will go from 235 50 17 to 255 45 17. will this jeapordize my safety or performance?

[BlackSmoke]

Yes if your rim width is 8.5 inches. The diameter on the factories are 26.9 inches and the 255/45/17 will be 25.9 inches. Just a bit lower profile but should be just fine.

[inline350]

I wanna do the same let me know how this worked out. And if you did what tires did you use?Thanks I would really appreciate it.

[RED_DET]

When in doubt, use the tire size calculator:

http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp

[C-Kwik]

i would really try to keep the tire diameter ratio between the front and rear tires as close to the OE specs as possible to avoid issues with the VDC.

[evildky]

the problem I see is the extra width, a 255 wide should be on about a 9" wide wheel, a 235 should be on about an 8" wide wheel, you have a bit of wiggle room and some manufacturers will vary but in general you want wider tires you'll need wider wheels to accompdate them