SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 481
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NOTE:
Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well when installing
new t
ires due to wear and tear in existing tires.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little expo-
sure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil,
gr
eas
e, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
char
acteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear
and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manufacturer
strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the
originals in size, quality, and performance when replace
-
ment is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indi-
cators” in this section. Refer to the Tire and Loading
I
nfo
rmation placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the
size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed
Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment
tire sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the “Tire Safety
Info
rmation” section of this manual for more information
relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear
tire
s as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect
your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the orig
-
inal wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized tire dealer or
o
rigi
nal equipment dealer with any questions you may have
on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling,
and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
• Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed rating
othe
r than that specified for your vehicle. Some combi-
nations of unapproved tires and wheels may change
s
usp
ension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
b
rak
ing of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and suspension compo
-
nents. You could lose control and have a collision
resu
lting in serious injury or death. Use only the tire
and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your
vehicle.
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