Cadillac XLR-V 2006, Owner'S Manual

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Low-Profile Tires (XLR-V)
Notice: If your vehicle has P235/45R19 or
P255/40R19 size tires, they are classified as
low-profile tires. Low-profile tires are more
susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb
impact than standard profile tires. Tire and or wheel
assembly damage can occur when coming into
contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp
edged objects, or when sliding into a curb. Your
GM warranty does not cover this type of damage.
Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure
and when possible avoid contact with curbs,
potholes, and other road hazards.
Winter Tires (XLR-V)
If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads
often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.
All season tires provide good overall performance on
most surfaces but they may not offer the traction
you would like or the same level of performance as
winter tires on snow or ice covered roads.
Winter tires, in general, are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice covered roads. With winter
tires, there may be decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise, and shorter tread life.
After switching to winter tires, be alert for changes
in vehicle handling and braking.
See your dealer for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection. Also, see
Buying New Tires on page 6-64 .
If you choose to use winter tires:
•
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on
all four wheel positions.
•
Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load
range, and speed rating as the original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original
equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose winter tires with
a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s maximum
speed capability.
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