Tire wear indicator
The mark
①
is used to indicate the wear
condition of the tire outer circle pattern. If the tire
outer circle pattern wears to the condition as
shown, the tire can no longer be used safely and
must be replaced immediately.
The tread wear indicator mark
②
is 1.6 mm high.
If the tread pattern wears to the marked surface,
the tire can no longer be used safely and must be
replaced immediately.
Wheel balance
The wheels of the new car are already balanced.
Due to various reasons, the wheels may go
unbalanced during operation, which can be
manifested by the vibration of the steering
mechanism.
Because unbalanced wheels can cause excessive
wear on the steering system, wheel suspension
mechanism and tires, the wheels shall be
rebalanced.
In addition, wheels must be rebalanced after
installation of a new tire or tire repair for any
wheel.
Wheel misalignment
Wheel misalignment will cause uneven and
excessive wear of the tires, affecting driving
safety. If uneven and excessive wear of the tires is
found, please go to the GAC Motor authorized
shop to check the wheel alignment as soon as
possible.
6.8 Tire chain
In winter, driving in harsh environments such as
snowy or icy roads can increase the degree of tire
wear or cause other failures. To reduce failures in
winter, the following opinions must be followed:
–
When driving in deep snow, it is necessary to
install tire chains on the tires. If so, be sure to
choose an equivalent product whose size and
type meet the specifications of the tires on the
car. Failure to do this will adversely affect the
performance and safety of the car. Moreover,
operations such as full-load driving, speeding,
emergency acceleration, emergency braking,
and emergency turning are potentially
dangerous.
–
During deceleration, make full use of the
engine braking function. Emergency braking
on snowy or icy roads will cause the car to
flick and slip. Maintain an appropriate safety
distance from the car in front, step on the
brake pedal slightly, and pay attention that
installing tire chains on the tires can increase
certain friction force, but can not prevent side
slipping.
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6. In-service Maintenance
