I
A
CAUTION:
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Rust or dirt on
a
wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose
after
a
time. The wheel could come
off
and cause
an accident. When you change
a
wheel, remove
any rust or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency,
you
can
use
a
cloth or
a
paper towel to
do
this; but be
sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need to, to get
all
the rust or dirt
off.
(See
“Changing
a
Flat Tire” in the Index.)
,
When It’s Time for New Tires
One way to tell when it’s
time for new tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which
will
appear whenb’,your tires have
only
1/16
inch
(1.6
mm)
or
less of tread remaining.
You
need a new tire
if
any of the following statements
are
true:
You
can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
You
can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s
rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep
enough to show cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that
can’t be repaired well because of the size or location
of the damage.
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