1996 FORD ESCORT tire type

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[RE05500(ALL)01/95]
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try to repair the temporary spare tire or
remove it from its wheel.
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[RE05600(ALL)01/95]
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use the wheel for any other type of vehicle.
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[RE05700(ALL)01/95]
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drive through an automatic car wash with
this tire. Because the temporary spare tire is
smaller than a conventional tire, it reduces
the ground clearance. Your vehicle may get
caught in the rails and it could be damaged.
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[RE06000(ALL)03/95]
Spare Tire Location
[RE06025(ALL)03/95]
The spare tire is stored under the carpet and
board in the luggage compartment.
[RE06150(ALL)02/94]
You will find additional instructions for the
spare tire on the wheel decal (located on the
spare tire). The jack is stored on the right side of
the trunk under the floor panel. Lift up the floor
panel for access to the spare tire.
[RE06175(ALL)01/92]
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The location of the spare tire
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[RE07400(ALL)03/95]
Preparing to Change the Tire
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[RE07650(ALL)02/92]
1. Make sure that your vehicle will not move
or roll. If you have an automatic transaxle,
put the gearshift in P (Park). If you have a
manual transaxle, put the gearshift in 1
(First). Set the parking brake and block the
wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire
that you are changing.
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[RE08590(ALL)08/95]
When one of the front wheels is off the ground,
the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle
from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
vehicle is in P (Automatic) or 1 (Manual). To
prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change one of the front tires, put a block behind
the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire.
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[RE08600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or
someone else could be seriously injured.
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[RE08800(ALL)03/95]
2. Get out the spare tire and jack.
[RE08850(ALL)08/93]
3. Remove any optional wheel covers or center
caps covering the lug nuts by gently prying
with the tapered end of the lug wrench.
[RE08870(ALL)09/89]
4. Loosen the wheel lug nuts one-half turn
each, but do not remove them until the tire
is raised off the ground. You should pull up
on the handle rather than push to develop
maximum force to loosen wheel lug nuts.
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[RE08875(ALL)05/95]
Removing and Replacing the Tire
[RE08880(ALL)03/95]
1. Place the scissors-type jack under the side of
the vehicle and adjust the jack height with
the jack handle. The jack should fit under
the side sill. There are small notches in the
seam to indicate the proper position for the
jack.
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[SV25700(ALL)04/95]
Replacing the Tires
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[SV25900(ALL)05/95]
Replace any tires that show wear bands. When
your tire shows a wear band, it has only 1/16
inch (2 mm) of tread left.
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[SV26150(ALL)09/89]
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A worn-out tire
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[SV26175(ALL)01/95]
Because your vehicle's tires may wear unevenly,
you may need to replace them before a wear
band appears across the entire tread. Some spots
wear more heavily than others.
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[SV26200(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never mix
radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use
only the tire sizes that are listed on the
tire pressure decal. Make sure that all tires
are the same size, speed rating, and
load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire
combinations recommended on the decal.
If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and
safely.
[SV26250(E )02/94]
If you have the standard Escort 2-door
hatchback, the correct tire size for your vehicle is
P175/70R13. If you have the Escort GT, the
correct tire size for your vehicle is P185/60R15.
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If you have an Escort LX 2-door hatchback, an
Escort 4-door hatchback, an Escort wagon, or an
Escort sedan, the correct tire size for your
vehicle is P175/65R14.
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[SV26400(ALL)01/95]
Tires that are larger or smaller than your
vehicle's original tires may also affect the
accuracy of your speedometer.
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[SV26500(ALL)04/95]
Wheel and Tire Matching
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[SV26550(ALL)03/95]
See an authorized tire dealer for proper
servicing procedures. Wheels and tires must be
properly removed, matched and remounted to
maintain the best possible ride.
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[SV27400(ALL)02/95]
Information About Tire Quality Grades
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[SV27500(ALL)01/95]
New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their
Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded
into the tire's sidewall. These Tire Quality
Grades are determined by standards that the
United States Department of Transportation has
set.
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[SV27550(ALL)01/95]
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic
tires for use on passenger cars. They do not
apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires
with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or
limited production tires as defined in Title 49
Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
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[SV27600(ALL)01/95]
U.S. Department of Transportation Ð Tire
quality grades:The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford to give you the
following information about tire grades exactly
as the government has written it.
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[SV28900(ALL)01/95]
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Make sure the chains are the right size for
your tires. Use only SAE Class ªSº chains.
Other types may damage your vehicle.
[SV29010(ALL)06/93]
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Put the chains on the front tires tightly with
the ends held down securely. Retighten the
chains after driving 1/2 mile (0.8 km). Follow
the chain manufacturer's instructions.
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[SV29020(ALL)05/95]
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Do not drive faster than 30 mph (50 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer's recommended
speed limit, whichever is lower. Avoid
bumps, holes and sharp turns. If you can
hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, remove the chains to prevent damage
to your vehicle.
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[SV29030(ALL)11/94]
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Tire chains may affect vehicle handling. Drive
carefully and avoid hard braking.
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[SV29040(ALL)11/94]
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Do not use chains on temporary spare tires.
They may damage the vehicle and the tire.
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[SV29100(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Wheels
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[SV29120(ALL)05/95]
Wash the wheels with the same detergent you
use to wash your vehicle's body. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives,
fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil
remover to remove grease and tar.
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[SV29140(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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Update:Tue Sep 19 14:37:50 1995