SAIC MG 6, Service Manual

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Maintenance
Tyres
Overview
• Take extra care when using new tyres for the first 500
km.
• Avoid excessive cornering at speed.
• Regularly check tyres for damage and foreign objects -
remove any foreign objects from the tread.
• Avoid tyre contact with oils, grease and fuel.
• Ensure valve caps are always fitted.
• If the tyre is to be removed always mark the tyre/wheel
orientation to ensure correct refitment.
New Tyres
New tyres may not have the same adhesion properties of
the old tyres, please take extra care for 500 km. This action
could benefit tyre life.
Tyre or rim damage can happen unnoticed. If abnormal
vibrations or handling is experienced, or you think tyre or
rim damage has occurred please contact an MG Autorised
Repairer.
Directional Tyres
Directional tyres are marked with 'direction of rotation'
(DOR).
To maintain handling characteristics, tyre
performance, low road noise and extend tyre life,
tyres/wheels must always be fitted with indication arrow
showing the correct 'DOR'.
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