After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear
inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”
in
the Index.
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 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:
0
You
can
see
the
indicators at three or more places
You
can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
0
The
tread
or
sidewall
is
cracked,
cut
or snagged deep
enough to show cord or fabric.
0
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The
tire has
a
puncture, cut or other damage
that
around the tire.
can’t be repaired well because of the size or location
of the damage.
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