286 Vehicle Care
Wheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has high-quality
tires made by a leading tire
manufacturer. See the warranty manual
for information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get service. For
additional information refer to the tire
manufacturer.
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Warning
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Poorly maintained and improperly
used tires are dangerous.
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Overloading the tires can cause
overheating as a result of too
much flexing. There could be a
blowout and a serious crash. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0 198.
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Underinflated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting crash could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
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maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires are cold.
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Overinflated tires are more likely
to be cut, punctured, or broken by
a sudden impact — such as when
hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
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Worn or old tires can cause a
crash. If the tread is badly worn,
replace them.
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Replace any tires that have been
damaged by impacts with
potholes, curbs, etc.
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Improperly repaired tires can cause
a crash. Only your dealer or an
authorized tire service center
should repair, replace, dismount,
and mount the tires.
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Do not spin the tires in excess of
56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery
surfaces such as snow, mud, ice,
etc. Excessive spinning may cause
the tires to explode.
See Tire Pressure for High-Speed
Operation 0 289 for inflation pressure
adjustment for high-speed driving.
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