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❍when replacing the tyres, always fit new tyres, avoid-
ing those of dubious origin;
❍If a tyre is replaced, you should also change the in-
flation valve;
❍to allow even wear between the front and rear tyres,
it is advisable to switch them every 10-15 thousand
kilometres, keeping them on the same side of the car
so as not to reverse the direction of rotation.
Remember that the road holding qualities of
your car also depend on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
If the pressure is too low the tyre will get
overheated, with the risk of serious damage
to the tyre.
Avoid moving the tyres from the right side
of the vehicle to the left side and vice versa.
Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at temper-
atures higher than 150 °C. The mechanical
specifications of the wheels might be ad-
versely affected.
