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the extra pounds of pressure in the warm tire, it is safer to drive with air pressure that
is slightly lower than the vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure
than to drive with a significantly underinflated tire. Since this is a temporary fix, don't
forget to recheck and adjust the tire's pressure when you can obtain a cold reading.
Tire Size
To maintain tire safety, purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle's original tires
or another size recommended by the manufacturer. Look at the tire information placard, the
owner's manual, or the sidewall of the tire you are replacing to find this information. If you
have any doubt about the correct size to choose, consult with the tire dealer.
Tire Tread
The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping
or sliding, especially when the road is wet or icy. In general, tires are not safe and should be
replaced when the tread is worn down to 1/16 of an inch. Tires have built-in treadwear
indicators that let you know when it is time to replace your tires. These indicators are raised
sections spaced intermittently in the bottom of the tread grooves. When they appear "even"
with the outside of the tread, it is time to replace your tires. Another method for checking
tread depth is to place a penny in the tread with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If
you can see the top of Lincoln's head, you are ready for new tires.
Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment
To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates, the tire must be properly
balanced. This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy
spots on the wheel-and-tire assembly. A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so
that they are positioned correctly relative to the vehicle's frame. This adjustment maximizes
the life of your tires. These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed
by a qualified technician.
Tire Repair
The proper repair of a punctured tire requires a plug for the hole and a patch for the area
inside the tire that surrounds the puncture hole. Punctures through the tread can be repaired
if they are not too large, but punctures to the sidewall should not be repaired. Tires must be
removed from the rim to be properly inspected before being plugged and patched.
Tire Fundamentals
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of
all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire
and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a
recall.
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