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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leaves streaks and the metal wiper arm may scratch the window glass. Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side.
2. Push the lock tab up.Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
3.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield.
Lock Tab
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainer from the rubber blade that has been removed, and mount it to a new rubber blade.
Correctly align the rubber protrusion
and the retainer groove.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end.
The tab on the blade should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
7.
then push down the lock tab. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
8.
then the driver side.
Blade
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber1. Raise the wiper arm off. Slide the wiper blade out from the wiper
2.
arm while pushing the lock tab.
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Remove the retainer from wiper blade and mount it to a new rubber blade.Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
5.
Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm.
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE When replacing the wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the rear window.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.Inflation Guidelines
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Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure. Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from overheating. Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazard, and wear unevenly. Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the others, check the pressure with a tire gauge. At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm 2
) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
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Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.Look for:
Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any.
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Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
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Uneven tread wear. Have your dealer check the wheel alignment.
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Excessive tread wear.
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Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If necessary, add or release air until the speciied pressure is reached. If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as mush as 4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm 2
) higher
than if checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consist ent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have been removed and reinstalled should be properly balanced.
WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires Tire and Loading Information Label Tire Labeling
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the drive’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading information. Tire LabelingThe tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Tire Size

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Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same
size.
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Label Example
Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb contains:
1 The number of people your vehicle can carry.
2 The total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not exceed this weight.
3 The original tire sizes for front, rear and spare.
4 The proper cold tire pressure for
front, rear and spare.
Maxi mum
Tire Pressure
Tire
Size
Tire
Identiication Number (TIN)
Tire SizeMaxi
mum
Tire Load
Example
Tire Size
Following is an example of tire size with
an explanation of what each component
means.
P195/55 R16 86V
P: Vehicle type (P indicates passenger
vehicle).
195: Tire width in millimeters.
55: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height
as a percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates
radial).
16: Rim diameter in inches.
86: Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum load the
tire can carry).
V: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code
indicating the maximum speed rating).
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Checking and Maintaining Tires Tire Labeling
Tire Identiication Number (TIN)
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The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.
Glossary of Tire Terminology

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Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked
for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Load Rating – Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure.Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the
tire can hold.Maximum Load Rating – Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure
recommended by the manufacturer.Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – Means the projections within the principal
grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.
Tire Identiication Number (TIN)
DOT B97R FW6X 2209 DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation.B97R: Manufacturer’s identiication mark.FW6X: Tire type code.2209: Date of manufacture.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
Treadwear

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The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and difference s in road characteristics and
climate.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example: Treadwear 200Traction AATemperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
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Checking and Maintaining Tires DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Traction
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Temperature

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The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Traction
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inlated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinlation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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