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Michelin XRV User Manual

Michelin XRV
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MICHELIN
®
RV Tires
Guide For Proper Use
and Maintenance
RV Tire Information
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Michelin XRV Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMichelin
ModelXRV
CategoryTyre Changers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information About Michelin RV Tires

Service Life for RV/Motorhome Tires

Tire aging, weather checking, ozone cracking, and service life.

The Importance of Tire Pressure

Criticality of proper tire inflation for safety and performance.

Pressure Requirement

When to Check RV Tire Pressure

Guidance on frequency and method for checking tire pressure.

Determining the RV's Correct Weight

Weight Ratings and Actual Vehicle Weight

How to determine RV weight ratings and actual vehicle weight.

How to Weigh the Recreational Vehicle

How to Weigh the RV

General process for weighing a fully loaded recreational vehicle.

Three Different Types of Scales

Details on using platform, segmented, and single-axle scales.

Weighing the Single Axle Recreational Vehicle

To Obtain Individual Axle and Gross Vehicle Weights

Steps for obtaining axle and gross vehicle weights.

To Obtain Individual Wheel Position Weights

Steps for obtaining individual wheel position weights.

Weighing the Tandem Axle Recreational Vehicle

To Obtain Individual Axle and Gross Vehicle Weights

Steps for obtaining axle and gross weights for tandem axles.

To Obtain Individual Wheel Position Weights

Steps for obtaining individual wheel position weights for tandem axles.

The Effect of Towed Vehicles or Trailers

Impact of Towed Vehicles

Impact of towed vehicles on RV weight, tires, and handling.

How to Use the Actual RV Weight Information With the Tire Data Load Chart

Applying RV Weight Data to Tire Load Charts

Applying RV weight data to tire load charts for proper inflation.

Using Blocks to Level Motorhomes and RVs Equipped With Radial Tires

Leveling RVs With Blocks

Proper techniques for leveling RVs using blocks to protect tires.

Maintaining Michelin RV Tires

Aging, Weather Checking, and Ozone Cracking

Identifying and addressing tire aging and surface cracks.

Long Term Storage of RV Tires

Best practices for storing RV tires during long periods of non-use.

Proper Cleaning of RV Tires

Recommended methods for cleaning RV tires.

Tire Repair

Procedures for making proper tire repairs.

Tire Inspection

Guidelines for conducting thorough tire inspections.

Common Tire Damages

Underinflation

Causes, effects, and dangers of tire underinflation.

Fatigue Rupture

Understanding fatigue rupture and its potential causes.

Dual Kissing

How dual tires contact each other and the resulting damage.

Tire Wear, Balance, and Wheel Alignment

Toe Wear

Identifying and understanding toe wear on tires.

Camber Wear

Identifying and understanding camber wear on tires.

Tire Rotation

Recommendations for tire rotation to promote even wear.

Vibration Diagnosis

Vibration Complaint

Steps for handling customer vibration complaints.

Vibration Diagnosis

Procedures for diagnosing vibration from wheel ends.

Selecting Replacement Tires for the RV

Key Factors for Tire Selection

Key factors for selecting appropriate RV replacement tires.

Michelin XRV

Michelin XRV Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XRV tire.

Michelin XZA

Michelin XZA Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZA tire.

Michelin XPS Rib

Light Truck Tire Warranty

Details on the standard limited warranty for light truck tires.

Notes and Warning

Important usage notes and safety warnings for tires.

Michelin XZA3+ Evertread

Michelin XZA3+ Evertread Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZA3+ Evertread tire.

Michelin XZA

Michelin XZA Tire for Highway Steer Axle Service

Features of the Michelin XZA tire for highway steer axle service.

Michelin XZA2 Energy

Michelin XZA2 Energy Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZA2 Energy tire.

Michelin XZA1

Michelin XZA1 Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZA1 tire.

Michelin XZE2+

Michelin XZE2+ Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZE2+ tire.

Michelin XZE2

Michelin XZE2 Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZE2 tire.

Michelin XZE

Michelin XZE Tire Features

Features and benefits of the Michelin XZE tire.

RV Front Axle Overload

275/70R22.5 LRJ – 7.00" and 8.25" Wheel, Max Speed 75 mph (1,2)

Load and pressure data for specific tire/wheel/speed configurations.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 9.00" Wheel, Max Speed 65 mph (1)

Load and pressure data for specific tire/wheel/speed configurations.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 9.00" Wheel, Max Speed 75 mph (1)

Adjusted load and pressure for 75 mph on 9.00" wheels.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 8.25" Rim, Max Speed 75 mph(1)

Adjusted load and pressure for 75 mph on 8.25" wheels.

RV Front Axle Overload

275/70R22.5 LRJ – 7.00" and 8.25" Wheel, Max Speed 75 mph (1,2)

Load and pressure data for specific tire/wheel/speed configurations.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 9.00" Wheel, Max Speed 65 mph (1)

Load and pressure data for specific tire/wheel/speed configurations.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 9.00" Wheel, Max Speed 75 mph (1)

Adjusted load and pressure for 75 mph on 9.00" wheels.

295/60R22.5 LRJ – 8.25" Rim, Max Speed 75 mph(1)

Adjusted load and pressure for 75 mph on 8.25" wheels.