Mahindra XUV500, Owner'S Manual

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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Tyres
General
The tyres fitted in this vehicle are radial
t u b el e s s t y r e s m ou n t e d o n 1 7 in c h
diameter wheels.
Tyre Rating
Tyre rating P 235 / 65 R 17 104 S is
explained as follows:
1. P: The “P” indicates the tyre is
designed for passenger vehicles
2. Three-digit number (235): This
number gives the width in millimeters
of the tyre from sidewall edge to
sidewall edge.
3. Two-digit number (65): This
number, known as the aspect ratio,
gives the tyre's ratio of height to
width 65% of width in this case.
4. R: The “R” stands for radial.
5. Two-digit number (17): This
number is the wheel or rim diameter
in inches.
6. Two or three digit number (104):
This number is the tyre's load index.
It is a measurement of how much
weight each tyre can support.
7.
(S): The “S” stands for speed rating.
It denotes the speed at which a tyre
is designed to be driven for extended
periods of time.
Tyre Pressure
Proper tyre inflation pressure is essential
for the safe and satisfactory operation of
your vehicle. Three primary areas are
affected by improper tyre pressure.
• Safety
• Economy
• Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability
Proper tyre inflation contributes to a
comfortable and safe ride. Overinflating
produces a harsh and uncomfortable ride.
Both under inflation and over inflation
affect the stability of the vehicle and can
produce a feeling of sluggish response or
over responsiveness in the steering.
Unequal tyre pressures can cause erratic
and unpredictable steering response or
may cause the vehicle to drift left or right.
Improper inflation pressures can cause
uneven wear patterns to develop across
the tyre tread. These abnormal wear
patterns will reduce tread life resulting in
a need for earlier tyre replacement.
Underinflation also increases tyre rolling
resistance and results in higher fuel
consumption.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with different
types of tyres is dangerous. It could
c a u s e p o o r h a n d l i n g a n d p o o r
braking; leading to loss of control.
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