22 - 2
WHEELS
AND
TIRES
•
METRIC
TIRE
SIZES
P
205 / 75 I 15
J9322-6
Fig.
1
Tire
Size
identification
TIRE
CHAINS
Tire snow chains may be used on certain models.
Refer to Owner's Manual for more information.
CLEANING
OF
TIRES
Steam cleaning may be used for cleaning.
DO NOT use gasoline or wire brush for cleaning.
DO NOT use mineral oil or an oil-based solvent.
PRESSURE GAUGES
High-quality, dial-type, air-pressure gauges are
recommended. After checking with the gauge, re
place valve caps and tighten finger tight.
TIRE
INFLATION
PRESSURES
Under inflation (Fig. 2) causes rapid shoulder wear
and tire flexing. Over inflation (Fig. 3) causes rapid center wear
and loss of the tire's ability to cushion shocks. Improper inflation can cause;
• Uneven wear patterns
• Reduced tread life
• Reduced fuel economy
• Unsatisfactory ride
• Cause the vehicle to drift Refer to the Owner's Manual for information re
garding proper tire inflation pressure. This pressure has been carefully selected to provide
for safe vehicle operation. Tire pressure should be
Fig.
2
Under
infiation
Wear
Fig.
3
Over
Infiation
Wear
checked cold once per month. Tire pressure de creases when the outside temperature drops.
Inflation pressures specified on the placards are al
ways cold
inflation
pressure. Cold inflation pres sure is obtained after the vehicle has not been
operated for at least 3 hours. Tire inflation pressures may increase from 2 to 6 pounds per square inch (psi) during operation. Do not reduce this normal
pressure build-up.
Vehicles loaded to the maximum capacity should
not be driven at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
WARNING: OVER
OR
UNDER INFLATED TIRES
CAN
AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING
AND CAN
FAIL
SUD DENLY, RESULTING
IN
LOSS
OF
VEHICLE CON
TROL
REPLACEMENT TIRES
OEM tires provide a proper balance of many fea
tures such as; • Ride
