2010 SUBARU FORESTER tire pressure

&Glossary of tire terminology
. Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio,
and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether in-
stalled or not). . Bead
The part of the tire that is made of
steel wires, wrapped or reinforced
by ply cords and that is shaped to fit
the rim. . Bead separation
A breakdown of the bond between
components in the bead. . Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the center-
line of the tread. . Carcass
The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when in-
flated, bears the load.
. Chunking
The breaking away of pieces of the
tread or sidewall.. Cold tire pressure
The pressure in a tire that has been
driven less than 1 mile or has been
standing for three hours or more.. Cord
The strands forming the plies in the tire. . Cord separation
The parting of cords from adjacent
rubber compounds.. Cracking
Any parting within the tread, side-
wall, or inner liner of the tire
extending to cord material. . Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight
optional engine. .
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and higher inflation pressure
than the corresponding standardtire. . Groove
The space between two adjacent
tread ribs.. Innerliner
The layer(s) forming the inside sur-
face of a tubeless tire that contains
the inflating medium within the tire. . Innerliner separation
The parting of the innerliner from
cord material in the carcass.. Intended outboard sidewall
(1) The sidewall that contains a
whitewall, bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the
same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall
of an asymmetrical tire that has
a particular side that must al-
ways face outward when mount-
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ing on a vehicle.
. Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufac-
turer as primarily intended for use
on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles. . Load rating
The maximum load that a tire is
rated to carry for a given inflationpressure.. Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum cold inflation pres-
sure to which a tire may be inflated.. Maximum load rating
The load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.. Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of: (a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
. Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
The maximum cold inflation pres-
sure to which a tire may be inflated. .
Measuring rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for
physical dimension requirements. . Normal occupant weight
150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of
occupants specified in the second
column of Table 1 that is appended
to the end of this section. . Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupants in a vehi-
cle as specified in the third column
of Table 1 that is appended to the
end of this section. . Open splice
Any parting at any junction of tread,
sidewall, or innerliner that extends
to cord material. . Outer diameter
The overall diameter of an inflated
new tire.. Overall width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, including elevations
due to labeling, decorations, or
protective bands or ribs. .
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passen-
ger cars, multipurpose passenger
vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
of 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) or less. . Ply
A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords.. Ply separation
A parting of rubber compound
between adjacent plies.. Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rub-
ber, chemicals, fabric and steel or
other materials, that, when
mounted on an automotive wheel,
provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains theload. . Production options weight
The combined weight of those
installed regular production options
weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in
excess of those standard items
which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or acces-

sory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim. .Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread. . Recommended inflation pres-
sure
The cold inflation pressure recom-
mended by a vehicle manufacturer. . Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and at higher inflation pres-
sures than the corresponding stan-
dard tire. . Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire
and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated. . Rim diameter
Nominal diameter of the bead seat. . Rim size designation
Rim diameter and width. .
Rim type designation
The industry of manufacturer ’s des-
ignation for a rim by style or code. . Rim width
Nominal distance between rim flanges. . Section width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, excluding elevations
due to labeling, decoration, or
protective bands. . Sidewall
That portion of a tire between the
tread and bead.. Sidewall separation
The parting of the rubber com-
pound from the cord material in
the sidewall.. Test rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for
testing, and it may be any rim listed
as appropriate for use with that tire.. Tread
That portion of a tire that comes
into contact with the road. .
Tread rib
A tread section running circumfer-
entially around a tire. . Tread separation
Pulling away of the tread from the
tire carcass. . Treadwear indicators (TWI)
The projections within the principal
grooves designed to give a visual
indication of the degrees of wear of
the tread. . Vehicle capacity weight
The rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times thevehicle ’s designated seating capa-
city. . Vehicle maximum load on the
tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight and dividing
by two. . Vehicle normal load on the tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
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&Tire care –maintenance and
safety practices
. Check on a daily basis that the
tires are free from serious damage,
nails, and stones. At the same time,
check the tires for abnormal wear. . Inspect the tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their
tread wear indicators become visi-
ble. When a tire ’streadwear
indicator becomes visible, the tire
is worn beyond the acceptable limit
and must be replaced immediately.
With a tire in this condition, driving
at even low speeds in wet weather
can cause the vehicle to hydro-
plane. Possible resulting loss of
vehiclecontrolcanleadtoanaccident. . To maximize the life of each tire
and ensure that the tires wear
uniformly, it is best to rotate the
tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
For information about the tire rota-
tion order, refer to “Tire rotation ”
F 11-35 .
Replace any damaged or un- evenly worn tires at the time of
rotation. After tire rotation, adjust
the tire pressures and make sure
the wheel nuts are correctly tigh-
tened. For information about the
tightening torque and tightening
sequence for the wheel nuts, refer to
“Flat tires ”F 9-6 .
& Vehicle load limit –how to
determine
The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The load limit of
your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the
driver ’s side B-pillar. Locate the
statement “The combined weight
of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ”
on your vehicle ’s placard.
Thevehicleplacardalsoshows
seating capacity of your vehicle.
The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all pas-
sengers and their belongings, any
cargo, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike
carrier, etc., and the tongue load of
a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity
can be calculated by the followingmethod.
Cargo capacity = Load limit
(total
weight of occupants + total weight
of optional equipment + tongue
load of a trailer (if applicable))
For information about vehicle load-
ing, refer to “Loading your vehicle ”
F 8-12 .
For information about towing capa-
city and weight limits, refer to“ Trailer towing ”F 8-18 .
! Calculating total and load ca-
pacities varying seating con-
figurations
Calculate the available load capa-
city as shown in the following examples:
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Low fuel warning light........................................... 3-8, 3-18
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 3-15
Lower and tether anchorage ........................................ 1-30
M
Main fuse ................................................................. 11-45
Maintenance Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule .............................................................. 11-3
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-20
Tools ...................................................................... 9-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine warning light) ..................................... 3-12
Manual Climate control system ............................................. 4-3
Seat ....................................................................... 1-3
Transmission ......................................................... 7-14
Transmission oil .................................................... 11-19
Map light ........................................................... 6-3, 11-50
Maximum load limits ................................................... 8-18
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 3-5
Mirror defogger .......................................................... 3-40
Mirrors ...................................................................... 3-32
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-23, 9-17
N
New vehicle break-in driving .......................................... 8-2
O
Odometer/Trip meter .................................................... 3-6
Oil filter ..................................................................... 11-9 Oil level
Engine .................................................................. 11-8
Front differential gear ............................................ 11-21
Manual transmission ............................................. 11-19
Rear differential gear ............................................ 11-22
Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3-14
On-pavement and off-road driving .................................. 8-6
Outside Mirror defogger ...................................................... 3-40
Mirrors .................................................................. 3-39
Temperature indicator .............................................. 3-23
Overhead console ....................................................... 6-7
Overheating engine .................................................... 9-12
PParking Brake .................................................................... 7-31
Brake stroke ........................................................ 11-29
Tips ...................................................................... 7-32
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel ................................................................... 7-2
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-6
Outside mirrors ...................................................... 3-40
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-21
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-23
Windows ............................................................... 2-20
Precautions against vehicle modification ................ 1-23, 1-61
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-7 Index
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Seatbelt................................................................. 4, 1-11
Fastening .............................................................. 1-14
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-20
Pretensioners ........................................................ 1-20
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-11
Warning light and chime ................................. 1-13, 3-10
Security Alarm system ........................................................ 2-14
ID plate ................................................................... 2-3
Immobilizer. ............................................................. 2-2
Indicator light ................................................... 2-3, 3-20
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-19
Select lever ............................................................... 7-16
Position indicator ................................................... 3-21
Shift lock function ....................................................... 7-17
Shift lock release ....................................................... 7-17
Shock sensors ........................................................... 2-19
Shopping bag hook .................................................... 6-12
Snow tires ........................................................ 8-10, 11-30
Snowy and icy roads .................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-10
Spark plugs .............................................................. 11-18
Specifications ............................................................ 12-2
Speedometer ............................................................... 3-6
SPORT mode ............................................................ 7-20
SPORT mode indicator light ........................................ 3-20
SRS
Curtain airbag ........................................................ 1-50
Frontal airbag ........................................................ 1-39
Side airbag ........................................................... 1-50
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-35 SRS airbag system
Monitors ................................................................ 1-60
Servicing ............................................................... 1-60
Warning light .......................................................... 3-11
Starting the engine ...................................................... 7-7
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-6
Steering wheel Power ................................................................... 7-21
Tilt/telescopic ......................................................... 3-42
Stopping the engine ..................................................... 7-9
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-5
Sun shade ................................................................. 2-25
Sun visors .................................................................. 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ................ 1-35
Synthetic leather upholstery ......................................... 10-5
T
Tachometer ................................................................. 3-8
Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP ......................................................... 3-14
Coolant ................................................................. 3-13
Temporary spare tire .................................................... 9-2
Tether (child restraint system) .............................. 1-30, 1-33
Tie-down hooks .......................................................... 9-13
Tire Chains .................................................................. 8-11
Inspection ............................................................ 11-32
Pressures and wear .............................................. 11-32
Replacement. ....................................................... 11-36
Rotation .............................................................. 11-35
Size and pressure .................................................. 12-5 Index
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Types .................................................................. 11-30
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). ...... 7-30, 9-9, 11-30
Warning light ......................................................... 3-15
Tires and wheels. ...................................................... 11-30
Tools .......................................................................... 9-4
Top tether anchorages ........................................ 1-30, 1-33
Towing ...................................................................... 9-12
All wheels on the ground ........................................ 9-16
Flat-bed truck ........................................................ 9-15
Hooks ................................................................... 9-13
Weight.................................................................. 8-18
Trailer Connecting ............................................................ 8-16
Hitch ............................................................ 8-16, 8-21
Towing .................................................................. 8-18
Towing tips ............................................................ 8-23
Trip meter ................................................................... 3-6
Turn signal Indicator lights ....................................................... 3-21
Lever .................................................................... 3-27
U
Under-floor storage compartment ................................. 6-16
V
Valet mode ................................................................ 2-17
Vanity mirror ................................................................ 6-5
Vehicle Capacity weight ..................................................... 8-12
Identification ........................................................ 12-13
Symbols .................................................................... 3 Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF indicator light .................................................. 3-19
OFF switch ............................................................ 7-29
Operation indicator light ................................... 3-19, 7-27
System .................................................................. 7-26
Warning light .................................................. 3-19, 7-28
Ventilator .................................................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights .......................................... 3-9
Warning chimes
Seatbelt. ........................................................ 1-13, 3-10
Warning light
ABS.............................................................. 3-16, 7-23
All-Wheel Drive ...................................................... 3-18
AT OIL TEMP ......................................................... 3-14
Automatic headlight beam leveler ............................. 3-18
Brake system ......................................................... 3-17
Charge .................................................................. 3-14
CHECK ENGINE .................................................... 3-12
Coolant temperature high ........................................ 3-13
Door open ............................................................. 3-18
Hill start assist ............................................... 3-18, 7-34
Low fuel ......................................................... 3-8, 3-18
Low tire pressure .................................................... 3-15
Oil pressure ........................................................... 3-14
Seatbelt. ........................................................ 1-13, 3-10
SRS airbag system ................................................. 3-11
Vehicle Dynamics Control ................................ 3-19, 7-28
Warranties ..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance ........................................ 8-18

GAS STATION REFERENCE
& Fuel:
! Non-turbo models
Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or
higher .
! Turbo models
Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91
AKI or higher . If premium unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 91 AKI is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with
octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used. For
optimum engine performance and driveability, it is required that
you use premium grade unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 91 AKI or higher. & Fuel octane rating:
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and
Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti
Knock Index (AKI). Refer to “Fuel octane rating ”F 7-2. &
Fuel capacity:
16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) & Engine oil:
Use only the following oils. . ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst mark). or API classification SM with the words “ENERGY CON-
SERVING ”
For the complete viscosity requirements, refer to the followingsections.. “Recommended grade and viscosity ”F 11-11
. “Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving
conditions ”F 11-12
& Engine oil capacity:
4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
& Cold tire pressure:
Tire size P215/65R16 96HP225/55R17 95H
Wheel size 1666
1/2J1 66 61/2JJ 17 67JJ
Pressure Front 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm
2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)
Rear when towing trailer 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2) 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2)
Temporary
spare tire Size
T155/70 D17
Pressure 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
NOTE
For the Latin American models, there is a conventional tire installed under the floor of the cargo area.