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TIRES AND WHEELS
Item Tire SizeWheel 
Size Inflation pressure kPa (psi)
Wheel lug 
nut torque  kgf·m
(lbf·ft,  N·m)
Normal load 
*1Maximum load
Front Rear Front Rear
Full size tire 185/65 R15
 6.0Jx15 250 (36) 250 (36) 250 (36) 250 (36)
11~13  
(79~94, 
107~127)
205/55 R17 6.5Jx17 230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33)
Compact 
spare tire  
(if equipped) T125/80 D15 4Tx15 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60)
T125/80 D16 4Tx16 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60)
*1 : Normal load: Up to 3 persons
NOTICE
[  It is permissible to add 3 psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder 
temperatures are expected soon.
Tires typically loose 1psi (7kPa) for every 12°F temperature drop. If extreme 
temperature variations are expected, recheck your tire pressure as necessary to 
keep them properly inflated.
[  An air pressure generally decreases, as you drive up to a high-altitude area above 
sea level. Thus, if you plan to drive a high-altitude area, check the tire pressures 
in advance. If necessary, inflate them to a proper level. (Air inflation per altitude: 
+2.4 psi/1 mile)
 CAUTION
[ When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle.
Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or not work properly.
[  When replacing tires, ALWAYS use the same size, type, construction and tread 
pattern supplied with the vehicle for all tires. 
While Driving6-26
ESC OFF Usage
When Driving
The ESC OFF mode should only be used 
brie
 fly to help free the vehicle if stuck in 
snow by temporarily stopping operation 
of the ESC to maintain wheel torque.
To turn ESC off while driving, press the 
ESC OFF button while driving on a flat 
road surface.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the transmission:
[  Do not allow wheel(s) of one axle to 
spin excessively while the ESC, ABS, 
and parking brake warning lights 
are displayed. The repairs would not 
be covered by the vehicle warranty. 
Reduce engine power and do not 
spin the wheel(s) excessively while 
these lights are displayed.
[  When operating the vehicle on 
a dynamometer, make sure the 
ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light 
illuminated).
 Information
Turning the ESC off does not affect ABS 
or standard brake system operation.
Vehicle Stability Management 
(VSM)
The Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) 
is a function of the Electronic Stability 
Control (ESC) system. It helps ensure the 
vehicle stays stable when accelerating 
or braking suddenly on wet, slippery and 
rough roads where traction over the four 
tires can suddenly become uneven.
 WARNING
Take the following precautions when 
using the Vehicle Stability Management 
(VSM):
[ ALWAYS check the speed and the 
distance to the vehicle ahead. The 
VSM is not a substitute for safe 
driving practices.
[  Never drive too fast for the road 
conditions. The VSM system will not 
prevent accidents. Excessive speed 
in bad weather, slippery and uneven 
roads can result in severe accidents.
VSM Operation
VSM ON condition
The VSM operates when:
[ The Electr
onic Stability Control (ESC) 
is on.
[  Vehicle speed is approximately above 
9 mph (15 km/h) on curve roads.
[  Vehicle speed is approximately above 
12 mph (20 km/h) when the vehicle is 
braking on rough roads.
When operating
When you apply your brakes under 
conditions which ma
 y activate the ESC, 
you may hear sounds from the brakes, 
or feel a corresponding sensation in the 
brake pedal. This is normal and it means 
your VSM is active.
NOTICE
The VSM does not operate when:
[  Driving on a banked road such as 
gradient or incline.
[  Driving rearward.
[  ESC OFF indicator light is on.
[  EPS (Electric Power Steering) 
warning light (
) is on or blinks.