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TIRES
Proper tire inflation is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Tire inflation pressure is shown on the sidewall of the 195/50R15 tires. Three areas are affected
by improper tire inflation:
A. Safety
Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure. Over-inflation causes a
tire to lose its ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes could cause tire
damage that may result in tire failure. Unequal tire pressure can cause steering problems.
B. Economy
Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in premature replacement.
Under-inflation increases tire rolling resistance, resulting in lower vehicle range.
C. Ride Comfort and Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Both over-inflation and under-inflation
affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over
responsiveness.
WARNING
Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. Always drive with each tire
inflated to the recommended pressure that is shown on the sidewall of the tire.
The tires on your WHEEGO vehicle are specifically chosen for this electric vehicle. They
should be inspected regularly for damage, wear, and correct inflation pressure as shown in the
maintenance schedule. WHEEGO strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the
originals in quality and performance when replacement is needed. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. We
recommend that you contact your dealer or WHEEGO customer service regarding any
questions you may have on tire specifications or capability.
The tire information for your vehicle can be found on the VIN sticker located in the driver’s
door jamb.
WARNING
• Do not use a tire size other than the one specified on your vehicle’s tire label.
• Improperly sized tires can cause vehicle components to wear out prematurely and may
change your vehicle’s ride, handling, and steering behavior. In addition, it may affect the
accuracy of your speedometer and odometer. Using tires sized other than specified on your
vehicle’s tire label could cause you to lose control, resulting in serious injury or death.
• Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size listed on your vehicle’s tire label. Using
a smaller tire could result in tire overload and failure.
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in
sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
• Overloading your tires is dangerous. Like under-inflation, overloading can cause tire failure.
Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle and never overload them.
