Every time you check inf lation, you
should also examine the tires f or
damage, f oreign objects, and wear.
Youshouldlookfor:Have your dealer check the tires if
you f eel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
rebalanced if it is removed f rom the
wheel. When you have new tires
installed, make sure they are
balanced. This increases riding
comf ort and tire lif e. For best results,
have the installer perform a dynamic
balance.
In addition to proper inf lation,
correct wheel alignment helps to
decrease tire wear. If you f ind a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
check the wheel alignment.
Bumps or bulges in the tread or
side of the tire. Replace the tire if
youfindeitherof theseconditions.
Your tires have wear indicators
molded into the tread. When the
tread wears down, you will see a
band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide across
the tread. This shows there is less
than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread lef t
on the tire.
A tire this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see three
or more tread wear indicators.
Excessive tread wear.
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
of the tire. Replace the tire if you
can see f abric or cord.
Tire Inspection
Tire Maintenance
Tires
Maint enance
229
INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 53
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Warranty Coverages . 281
Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level . 207
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Operation . 68
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 73
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Alignment and Balance . 229
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Compact Spare . 238
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Wrench . 239
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 91
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Rear, Def ogger . 72
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning . 68
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Washers . 68
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades . 225
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Operation . 68
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Worn Tires . 229
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 255
Index
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