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2008 IMPERIAL
DRIVING & SAFETY — 2
Inspecting & Pressure
Weigh all tire positions separately and use
the tire charts to determine correct tire in
fl
ation
pressure. All pressures are rated at a cold psi.
Cold psi is de
fi
ned as early in the morning
before the day’s ambient temperature, sun’s
radiant heat or the heat generated while driving
have caused the tire pressure to temporarily
increase. Check tire in
fl
ation pressure every
morning before driving. Use a quality truck tire
gauge with an angle airhead to ensure access to
the dual wheel positions of the drive axle.
Ensure the valve cap is replaced on the stem
after the in
fl
ation pressure is checked. Use valve
stem caps with a positive seal to prevent air
escaping from the valve stem.
If there are extension hoses on the valve stem,
make sure they are good quality reinforced
stainless steel braid. Attach hoses securely to the
outer wheel.
The valve stem cap guarantees the valve core
will remain free of dirt and foreign material.
Material lodged between the valve core and
internal stem can cause slow leaks resulting in
tire failure.
Optimum tire performance is achieved at
proper in
fl
ation pressure for the load carried.
DO NOT
mix tires of different tread patterns,
size or construction on the same axle. The
difference in traction could cause rear end gear
bind and mechanical damage to the drive train.
CAUTION:
Never let air out of a hot tire.
Over-in
fl
ation can cause:
Hard ride.
Tire bruising or carcass damage.
Rapid tread wear in the center of the tire.
Under-in
fl
ation can cause:
Tire squeal on turns.
Separations.
Rapid and uneven wear on the
edges of the tread.
Circumferential breaks.
Tire container may bruise or rupture.
Higher risk of road hazard.
Tire cord breakage.
Loss of casing durability.
Excessive tire temperature.
High fuel consumption.
Reduced handling quality.
WARNING:
A slow leak may go unnoticed on one of
the dual tires. This can cause the good
tire to fail by exceeding the load limit.
Tires with damaged sidewalls can burst
upon inflation. A flat or nearly flat tire
can also generate enough heat from
friction to ignite.
090440b
Michelin Tire Chart
295/80R22.5 XZA2 Energy LRH
Loads Per Axle
MAX
load &
pressure
on
sidewall
PSI
75
80
85
90
95
100
105
110
120
120
KPA
520
550
590
620
660
690
720
760
830
830
Lbs. (S) Single 10750
11320 11880
12440
12990 13540 14080 14600
15660 7830
Lbs. (D) Dual
19060
20060 21060
22060
23020 24000 24940 25900
27760 6940
Kg. (S) Single 4880
5100
5400
5620
5920
6120
6340
6620
7100
3550
Kg. (D) Dual
8680
9080
9600
9960
10480 10880 11240 11760
12600 3150
NOTE: Maximum speed rating is 75 MPH for the Michelin XZA2 Energy.
The motorhome manufacturer is not the author of this chart and makes no representation or warranty concerning the
accuracy of the information disclosed by the chart. Monaco is not responsible for the accuracy of the information disclosed
or for any errors within the Tire In
fl
ation Chart.
WARNING: Do not exceed tire manufacturer’s maximum speed rating.
