Vehicle care 221
Tyre rotation
Front and rear tyres can wear
differently depending on:
• Types of roads driven on
• Driving habits
• Tyre pressures
• Wheel alignment and balance
New tyres should be fitted in pairs
to the front. If replacing only one
tyre, pair it on the same axle with the
least worn of the other three.
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A. Front of vehicle
Follow the diagram for the correct
rotation pattern.
If the wheels are rotated it is
recommended to check the balance
at the same time.
Tread depth
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The tyres originally fitted to the
vehicle have built-in tread indicators
which show up when the tyres
are worn.
Replace the tyres when:
• They are worn to the point where
the tread indicators (A) appear.
• The cord or fabric is showing.
• The tread or sidewall is cut,
split or cracked deep enough to
expose the cord or fabric.
• The tyre has a bump or bulge in
it, indicating some kind of internal
damage.
• The tyre has a puncture, cut or
other damage which can not be
repaired because of the size or
location of the damage.
Warning
The use of tyres that are a
different size or construction i.e.
mud or snow tyres, may adversely
affect the ESC system.
Do not attempt to drive on a
flat tyre more than is necessary
to stop safely. Driving even a
short distance can damage the
tyre and wheel beyond repair.
Tyres which have been repaired
or retreaded are not capable
of being driven safely at high
speeds. Therefore, their use is
not recommended.
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