Ford TOURNEO CONNECT 2024 - Page 350

front wheels come into contact with the
ob
stacle at the same time.
— There is an increased risk of damage to
the tyres and wheel rims on poor and un-
surfaced roads and when driving oroad,
particularly if the vehicle is fitted with
low-profile tyres.
— Check the tyre pressure on a regular ba-
sis.
— Check the tyres for damage such as cuts
at regular intervals.
— Never exceed the maximum speed and
load permitted for the tyres that are fit-
ted → page 379.
— Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced
immediately → page 355.
— Protect the tyres from contact with ag-
gressive substances, including grease, oil,
petrol and brake fluid →
.
—
Replace missing valve dust caps immedi-
ately.
— Remove foreign bodies that have not yet
penetrated to the inside of the tyre
→ page 355.
— Observe all warnings of the Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System → page 359,
→ page 364.
WARNING
Corrosive liquids and other substances
c
an cause visible and invisible damage to
the tyres, which can cause the tyre to
burst.
This can cause serious accidents and fa-
tal injuries.
·
Always keep chemicals, oils, lubricants,
fuel, brake fluid and other corrosive
substances away from the tyres.
Storing tyres
— Always store tyres in a cool, dry and dark
place if possible.
— Do not store tyres mounted on the rim
vertically.
— Any tyres not fitted on wheel rims should
be kept in suitable sleeves to protect
against dirt and should be stored verti-
cally (standing on the tread).
Tyres that are older than 6 years
T
yres age through physical and chemical
processes that can impair their function.
Tyres that have been stored unused for an
extended period of time age quicker than
tyres that are used all the time.
It is recommended to replace tyres that are
older than 6 years with new tyres. This also
applies for tyres which appear to still be in
good condition and whose tread depth has
not yet reached the minimum value stipu-
lated by legislation → .
W
inter and all-season tyres also largely
lose their eectiveness through ageing –
regardless of the remaining tread depth.
The age of each tyre can be determined on
the basis of the manufacturing date
→ page 379.
WARNING
Old tyres can suddenly lose air and burst
partic
ularly at high speeds.
This can cause serious accidents and fa-
tal injuries.
·
Only use tyres that are older than six
years if you have no alternative. In this
case, drive slowly and with extra care at
all times. This also applies even if the
tyres have never been used.
New tyres
—
Drive particularly carefully for the first
600 km (370 miles) with new tyres as
the tyres have to be run in. Tyres that
have not been run in have reduced grip
and braking eciency →
.
—
All four wheels must be fitted with tyres
of the same type, size (rolling circumfer-
ence) and the same tread pattern.
— The tread depth of new tyres may vary
between tyre models and manufacturers
due to dierent design features and
tread designs.
WARNING
New tyres will have to be run in as they
will initially ha
ve reduced grip and braking
eect.
This can lead to loss of control of the ve-
hicle, serious accidents and fatal injuries.
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