1996 FORD EXPLORER wheel size

Driving Your Explorer
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Driving in Bad Weather
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Slippery roads
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Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads:
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Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary.
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Drive slower than you normally would.
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Give your vehicle more distance to stop.
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Pump the brake pedal steadily and evenly to avoid locking
your front wheels (except with 4WABS).
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To stop on ice, shift to N (Neutral) below 10 mph (15 km/h)
and gently pump brakes (except with 4WABS).
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Consider using one of the lower gears.
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For 4x4 vehicles, engage 4WD, and try to drive slowly away.
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RWARNING
To avoid losing control on slippery roads, do not
downshift into Low with the automatic transmission
when moving faster than 20 mph (32 km/h). Do not
downshift into First with the manual transmission when
moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h).
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Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped)
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This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one or more wheels are on a surface
with poor traction.
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Extended use of other than matching size tires on a
Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in
effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal
driving and should not be noticeable to the driver.
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It is not recommended that vehicles equipped with 4WD be
operated in the 4WD modes with a temporary spare. If 4WD
operation is necessary, do not operate at speeds above 10 mph
(16 km/h) or for distances above 50 miles (80 km). Extended
operation in 4WD with a temporary spare may result in damage
to powertrain components.
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RWARNING
If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do
not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing
you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring
yourself or others.
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RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off
the ground, such as when changing a tire.
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Extended use of other than matching size spare tires on a
Traction-Lok axle could result in a permanent reduction in
effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal
driving and should not be noticeable to the driver.
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When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT:
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exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances.
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load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal.
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tow a trailer.
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use tire chains on this tire.
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try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its
wheel.
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use the wheel for any other type of vehicle.
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engage four-wheel drive on dry, hard-surfaced roads.
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Update:Thu Feb 29 09:14:34 1996

Servicing Your Explorer
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17-1/2 pica
art:0021075-B
Tire rotation pattern
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After each rotation, adjust individual tire pressure as specified
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Tighten wheel lug
nuts to the required torque specification and retighten again
after 500 miles (800 km).
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If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, you may demount the full
size, non-temporary spare tire (if so equipped) and remount on
an aluminum wheel to rotate the spare tire into your vehicle's
rotation pattern. Rebalance the wheel.
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In addition to rotating the tires, the spare tire retention system
should be cycled. Using the jack handle, lower the spare tire to
the ground and then proceed to raise the tire until the
mechanism ªslips.º Refer toSpare Tire Locationsection of the
Roadside Emergencieschapter for the operation of the spare tire
retention system.
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Replacing the Tires
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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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7-1/2 pica art:0040200-A
A worn-out tire
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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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Your wheels and tires are match-mounted for improved ride.
Before you begin to repair a tire, mark the wheel and tire so
that they are properly aligned when remounted. This will
ensure that the tires will continue to give you the same ride
level.
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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.
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Update:Thu Feb 29 09:20:34 1996

Servicing Your Explorer
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Wheel and Tire Matching
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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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Snow Tires and Chains
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The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide
traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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RWARNING
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires
you currently have on your vehicle.
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RWARNING
Do not use chains on P255/70R16 tires on vehicles
equipped with automatic ride control.
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Do not use chains when using a temporary spare. For full size
tires, use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law
requires them where you live. When you use the tire chains:
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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.
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Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels. IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE CHAINS ARE INSTALLED
ON STEEL WHEELS ONLY. Be sure to remove wheel
covers (if equipped) from steel rims before using tire chains
to avoid scratches or damage.
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Install tire chains on rear tires; use of chains on front tires is
not recommended.
File:15unsvx.ex
Update:Thu Feb 29 09:20:34 1996