Rust or dirt a wheel, Ir 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.
L
time fornew tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which will
appear when 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
You can see cord or fabric showing through the
The tread or sidewall
is
cracked, cut or snagged
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that
around the tire.
tire’s rubber.
deep enough to show cord or fabric.
can’t be repaired well because of the size or
location of the damage.
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