Fiat 500X2017, User Manual

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Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to:
• Driving style
.
• Tire pressure – Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns
to develop across the tire tread . These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life,
resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement .
• Distance driven .
• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or higher, and Summer tires typically
have a reduced tread life . Rotation of these tires per the vehicle maintenance schedule
is highly recommended .
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining
tread
.
Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure
.
You could lose con-
trol and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death .
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible . Pro-
tect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline .
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics . They should be
inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures
.
The manufacturer
strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and per-
formance when replacement is needed
.
Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indicator”
in this section . Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard or the Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label for the size designation of your tire . The Load Index and Speed Symbol for
your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall
.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the “Tire Safety Information” section of this
manual for more information relating to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a tire
.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair . Replacing
just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling
.
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels .
It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer
with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability
.
Failure to use equiva-
lent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle .
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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