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Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different
loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking
functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and
develop irregular wear patterns.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, and
wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Follow
the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving.
Type 2 – Applicable for 4 Alloy wheels and Spare wheel with Steel rim
It is recommended rotating the tires as per the “Maintenance
Schedule”.
The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” shown in the
diagram. The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off-road type tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, and
wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Follow
the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving.
More frequent rotation is permissible if desired. The reasons for
any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation
being performed.
12.5.1 Changing a Flat Tire
Refer to “If you have a Flat Tire” section in the general chapter for
details.
12.5.2 Wheel Tightness
When you change a wheel, remove all rust and dirt at all locations
where the wheel contacts the wheel hub. Use a scraper or wire
brush to be sure that you remove all rust and dirt. A loose wheel
could have damaged or elongated the holes in the rim, or damaged
the rim/hub assembly. If any of the wheel studs or nuts are
damaged, contact the nearest Authorized Mahindra Dealer.
Always tighten the nuts in a crisscross sequence. Never use oil
or grease on your wheel studs or nuts.
Never over tighten the nuts on the wheel stud. You could
damage the stud or the nut.
Torque tighten the wheel nuts to the specified value at the
nearest Authorized Mahindra Workshop.
WHEELS AND TYRES
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