Solo TOC-1, Owner'S Manual

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Wheels and Tires
Wheels and Tires
Inspection and Maintenance
Defective tires are dangerous. Do not
drive if any tire is damaged, excessively
worn, or inflated to an incorrect pressure.
Avoid contaminating tires with vehicle
fluids that can degrade rubber and
potentially result in a blowout.
Regularly inspect the wheels and tires for the following:
 Bent or cracked wheel rims
 Impact marks on the wheel rims
 Cuts, cracks, or splits in the tire tread or sidewall area
 Bumps or bulges within the tire body
If any of the wheels or tires are found to be damaged, replace
them immediately.
Good driving practices will improve the mileage you obtain
from your tires and avoid unnecessary damage:
 Always ensure that the tire pressures are correctly
adjusted.
 Always observe the posted speed limits and advisory
speeds.
 Avoid pulling away quickly or hard acceleration.
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Avoid making fast turns or braking sharply.
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Avoid potholes and objects in the road.
 Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when
parking.
Wheel alignment and tire balance
Unbalanced wheels (sometimes noticeable as vibration through
the steering) may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even
with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, you
should have your wheel balance checked as required.
Note: If tire wear is uneven (on one side of the tire only) or
becomes abnormally excessive, you should get the alignment
checked by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider.
WARNING
WARNING