Ford Mustang (2024 year). Manual in english

12V BATTERY – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on

or continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soon

as possible.

Check Charging System

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on

or continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soon

as possible.

Charging System Service

Soon

The charging system needs servicing. Have your vehicle

immediately checked.

Charging System Service

Now

The battery management system determines that the 12V

battery is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge

the battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery
charger. Always use the vehicle ground point when connecting
the negative cable of the external battery charger. See

Jump

Starting the Vehicle

(page 280). This message clears once

you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has

recovered. Do not switch on the ignition when a battery

charger is in use to charge the battery.

Battery State of Charge

Low

The battery management system determines that the battery

is at a low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon as

possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once
the vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge

has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will

allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.

Turn Power Off To Save

Battery

Displayed when the battery management system detects an
extended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features will

be disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of

the electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system

voltage. If the system voltage has recovered, the disabled

features will operate again as normal.

Electrical Power Saver

Active Some Features

Turned Off See Manual

ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS

Vertical Aim Adjustment

The headlamps on your vehicle are
properly aimed at the assembly plant. If
your vehicle has been in an accident, have
the alignment of your headlamps checked
by an authorized dealer.

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Headlamp Aiming Target

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8 ft (2.4 m).

Center height of lamp to ground.

25 ft (7.6 m).

Horizontal reference line.

Vertical Aim Adjustment

Park the vehicle directly in front of a
wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.

2. Measure the height from the center of

your headlamp indicated by a 3 mm
circle on the lens to the ground and
mark an 8 ft (2.4 m) horizontal
reference line on the vertical wall or
screen at this height, a piece of
masking tape works well.

Note:

To see a clearer light pattern for

adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to

illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood. Cover one of the headlamps
so no light hits the wall.

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4. On the wall or screen you will observe

a flat zone of high intensity light at the
top of the right-hand portion of the
beam pattern. If the top edge of the
high intensity light zone is not at the
horizontal reference line, the headlamp
needs to be adjusted.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each

headlamp. Use a Phillips #2
screwdriver to turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise to
adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.

6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the

other headlamp.

Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

Horizontal Aim Adjustment

The headlamps are not equipped with
horizontal adjusters.

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Maintenance

Appropriately change the engine oil for
track events. Before and after track events,
drain the engine oil and replace the engine
oil filter.

•

2.3L: See

Engine Oil Capacity and

Specification

(page 369).

•

5.0L: See

Engine Oil Capacity and

Specification

(page 370).

Regularly check the engine oil level during
the event. Maintain the engine oil level at
or near the max mark on the engine oil
dipstick. See

Checking the Engine Oil

Level

(page 299).

Operating at High Speeds and
Track Days

WARNING:

Before driving at high

speeds, adjust the tire pressures to the
recommended tire inflation pressures
which are on the tire information label
on the driver side B-pillar. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.

Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving.

Before operating your vehicle at high
speeds:
•

Verify your tires have the correct
pressures.

•

Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
and tires.

•

Check and set lug nut torque. See

Wheel Nuts

(page 361).

•

Verify fluid levels for oil, coolant, brake
and hydraulic fluid. See

Capacities

and Specifications

(page 363).

•

Change the oil and filter prior to use on
the track.

After operating your vehicle at high speeds
or track day driving, do the following:
•

Set the tire pressure to the proper
specification.

•

Check and set the lug nut torque. See

Wheel Nuts

(page 361).

•

Check all fluid levels.

•

Refer to the track maintenance interval
chart. See

Normal Scheduled

Maintenance

(page 436).

•

Check the front and rear wheel
bearings for abnormal wear.

•

Inspect brake caliper dust boots for
abnormal wear.

Drive Modes and Track Apps

If you are operating your vehicle on a drag
strip, use the drag strip selectable drive
mode in addition to using line lock and
launch control to provide a specific set-up
tuned for the quickest straight line elapsed
times.

If you are operating your vehicle on a road
course, use the sport or track selectable
drive mode to provide a specific set-up
tuned for optimal shift and suspension
set-up that is tuned towards handling
prowess on closed course surfaces. See

Recovery Towing

If needed, your vehicle has an installation
point for a recovery hook behind the fascia.
See

Recovery Towing

(page 282).

Track Use Maintenance Intervals

Follow these maintenance intervals for
when you use your vehicle on a track or in
a high speed event.

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Vehicle Use and Example

Interval

Change the engine oil and filter.

One track weekend or approximately 4

hours of track use.

Change the rear axle fluid.

Every 500 mi (800 km).

Change the fluid every 500 mi (800 km) or when a message appears in the instrument

cluster display stating that the axle fluid is over temperature.

Timing Chain

If you use your vehicle extensively at a race
track or at high rpm, it is possible to exceed
the service life of the engine timing chain.
A wrench indicator illuminates when it is
time for you to replace your chain. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Adjustable Camber Front Strut
Top Mounts

(If Equipped)

Your vehicle has adjustable strut mounts
which you can use to adjust the camber of
your vehicle before and after a track event
to the specifications listed in the Road
Course Alignment Recommendations table
previously shown.

Note:

After your track day is complete,

return your car to the street alignment and
tire pressures.

Catch Can

If you plan to track your vehicle and it did
not come with an oil catch can, we
recommend that you purchase the catch
can kit though your authorized dealer or
Ford Performance Parts Catalog.

Installation instructions are included with
the catch can.

The catch can has a self-draining feature
and does not require any maintenance.

Brake Burnishing

Properly burnish the brakes prior to heavy
track use. Excessive brake noise may occur
after the track burnish or track use.
Perform this procedure in a safe manner
on dry pavement, and in compliance with
all local and state ordinances and laws
regarding motor vehicle operation.

How to Burnish the Brakes

Initial low temperature bedding:
•

If your brakes already have 200 mi
(322 km) or more of city driving, skip
this step and go directly to the high
temperature bedding cycle procedure.
Otherwise, perform at least 30 stops
from 50 mph (80 km/h) at 1/3 g
deceleration with 1 mi (1.2 km) spacing
between stops. A deceleration gauge
can be accessed through the Track
Apps menu in your touchscreen.

High temperature bedding cycle:
•

Beginning with cool brakes, perform 15
consecutive stops back to back,
accelerating at 3/4 throttle to 80 mph
(128 km/h) and braking to 20 mph
(32 km/h) at 1.0 g deceleration. The
brakes may emit an odor or smoke
during this part of the procedure.

Cool down:
•

Cool the brakes down by driving one or
two laps, 5 mi (8 km), at 60 mph
(96 km/h) with minimal to no brake
usage.

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Recovery low temperature bedding:
•

Perform at least 30 stops from 50 mph
(80 km/h) at 1/3 g deceleration with
0.7 mi (1.2 km) spacing between stops.
A deceleration gauge can be accessed
through the Track Apps menu in your
touchscreen.

TRACK USE - DARK HORSE

Appropriately change the engine oil for
track events. Before and after track events,
drain the engine oil and replace the engine
oil filter. See

Engine Oil Capacity and

Specification

(page 370).

Regularly check the engine oil level during
the event. Maintain the engine oil level at
or near the max mark on the engine oil
dipstick. See

Checking the Engine Oil

Level

(page 299).

Operating at High Speeds and
Track Days

WARNING:

Before driving at high

Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving.

Before operating your vehicle at high
speeds:
•

Verify your tires have the correct
pressures.

•

Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
and tires.

•

Check and set lug nut torque. See

Wheel Nuts

(page 361).

•

Verify fluid levels for oil, coolant, brake
and hydraulic fluid. See

Capacities

and Specifications

(page 363).

•

Change the oil and filter prior to use on
the track.

After operating your vehicle at high speeds
or track day driving, do the following:
•

Set the tire pressure to the proper
specification.

•

Check and set the lug nut torque. See

Wheel Nuts

(page 361).

•

Check all fluid levels.

•

Refer to the track maintenance interval
chart. See

Normal Scheduled

Maintenance

(page 436).

•

Check the front and rear wheel
bearings for abnormal wear.

•

Inspect brake caliper dust boots for
abnormal wear.

Drive Modes and Track Apps

Recovery Towing

If needed, your vehicle has an installation
point for a recovery hook behind the fascia.
See

Recovery Towing

(page 282).

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Track Use Maintenance Intervals

Follow these maintenance intervals for

when you use your vehicle on a track or in
a high speed event.

Vehicle Use and Example

Interval

Change the engine oil and filter.

One track weekend or approximately 4

hours of track use.

Change the rear axle fluid.

Every 500 mi (800 km).

Change the fluid every 500 mi (800 km) or when a message appears in the instrument

cluster display stating that the axle fluid is over temperature.

Timing Chain

Adjustable Camber Front Strut

Top Mounts

(If Equipped)

Note:

After your track day is complete,

return your car to the street alignment and
tire pressures.

Aerodynamics

(If Equipped)

Rear Gurney Flap

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The rear Gurney flap must be removed
for on-road driving.

Your vehicle may include a removable
Gurney flap in the luggage compartment.
The Gurney flap greatly enhances high
speed stability and performance on the
track. It is recommended that you use the
Gurney flap at all tracks featuring high
speed corners and can be used at any track
regardless of cornering speeds.

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You could benefit from the removal Gurney
flap to improve low speed balance on
smaller tracks with maximum cornering
speeds below 70 mph (112 km/h). We
recommend that you attach the Gurney
flap for all track events and carefully
assess both the vehicle's condition and
your capability before removal.

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Note:

The Gurney flap comes with longer

size bolts to install it onto the rear spoiler.

Do not use the longer size bolts without
the Gurney flap attached or damage to
the spoiler may occur.

Catch Can

If you plan to track your vehicle and it did
not come with an oil catch can, we
recommend that you purchase the catch
can kit though your authorized dealer or
Ford Performance Parts Catalog.

Installation instructions are included with
the catch can.

The catch can has a self-draining feature
and does not require any maintenance.

Brake Burnishing

How to Burnish the Brakes

Initial low temperature bedding:
•

High temperature bedding cycle:
•

Cool down:
•

Cool the brakes down by driving one or
two laps, 5 mi (8 km), at 60 mph
(96 km/h) with minimal to no brake
usage.

Recovery low temperature bedding:
•

Perform at least 30 stops from 50 mph
(80 km/h) at 1/3 g deceleration with
0.7 mi (1.2 km) spacing between stops.
A deceleration gauge can be accessed
through the Track Apps menu in your
touchscreen.

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CLEANING PRODUCTS

Materials

For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P3-A

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)

Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. &
Canada)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-
F/M (Canada)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner,
ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS

Immediately remove fuel spillages, additive
residuals, bird droppings, insect deposits
and road tar. These may cause damage to
your vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a car
wash.

CLEANING HEADLAMPS AND
REAR LAMPS

We recommend that you only use cold or
lukewarm water containing car shampoo
to clean the headlamps and the rear
lamps.

Do not scrape the lamps.

Do not wipe lamps when they are dry.

CLEANING WINDOWS AND WIPER
BLADES

To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•

Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner.

Note:

When cleaning the interior of the

windshield, avoid getting any glass cleaner
on the instrument panel or door panels.
Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.

•

Clean the wiper blades with washer
fluid or water applied with a soft
sponge or cloth.

Note:

Do not use razor blades or other

sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
This can cause damage not covered by the
vehicle Warranty.

Note:

We recommend cleaning the power

sliding rear window at regular intervals to
avoid dust and debris accumulation to
deliver appropriate function.

CLEANING CHROME, ALUMINIUM
OR STAINLESS STEEL

We recommend that you only use a car
shampoo, a soft cloth and water on
bumpers and other chrome, aluminium or
stainless steel parts.

Note:

For additional information and

assistance, we recommend that you contact
an authorized dealer.

Note:

Rinse the area well after cleaning.

Note:

Do not use abrasive materials, for

example steel wool or plastic pads, as they
can scratch these surfaces.

Note:

Do not use chrome cleaner, metal

cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

CLEANING WHEELS

Only use a recommended wheel and tire
cleaner to clean the wheels weekly. For
additional information and assistance, we
recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

Use a sponge to remove heavy
deposits of dirt and brake dust.

2. Rinse well after cleaning.

Note:

Do not apply a cleaning chemical to

warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

If you intend on parking your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels
with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for
a few minutes before parking your vehicle.
This reduces the risk of corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.

Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.

Note:

Some car washes could damage

wheel rims and covers.

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Note:

Using non-recommended cleaners,

harsh cleaning products, chrome wheel
cleaners or abrasive materials could
damage wheel rims and covers.

CLEANING THE CONVERTIBLE
TOP

(If Equipped)

Remove lint with a lint roller or vacuum
with a soft bristle brush.

Wash with an approved high quality
convertible top cleaner and protectant.

Note:

Do not use stiff bristle brushes,

abrasive materials or household cleaning
products.

Note:

High pressure water may cause water

leaks and possible seal damage to the
convertible top.

CLEANING STRIPES OR
GRAPHICS

It is recommended to wash your vehicle by
hand however, pressure washing may be
used under the following conditions:

•

Use a spray with a 40° wide spray
angle pattern.

•

Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (30 cm)
distance and 90° angle to your
vehicle's surface.

•

Do not use water pressure higher than
1,450 psi (10,000 kPa).

•

Do not use water hotter than 167°F
(75°C).

Note:

Holding the pressure washer nozzle

at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface.

CLEANING CAMERA LENSES AND
SENSORS

We recommend that you only use
lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth
to clean the camera lens and sensors.

Note:

Do not pressure wash camera lens

and sensors.

CLEANING THE UNDERBODY

Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free from packed dirt.

Rear suspension components may require
regular cleaning with a power washer or a
thorough rinse with a strong stream of
water if the vehicle is operated in dusty or
muddy environments. Rear leaf springs or
other suspension components may emit
squeaking or popping noises while
operating the vehicle if particles, such as
dirt, rocks, or other debris, are present in
the components.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL

WARNING:

Do not use chemical

solvents or strong detergents when
cleaning the steering wheel or
instrument panel to avoid contamination
of the airbag system.

We recommend that you only clean the
instrument panel and cluster lens with a
damp soft cloth. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.

For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

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Note:

Avoid cleaners or polishes that

increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this
area helps protect you from undesirable
windshield reflection.

CLEANING PLASTIC

We recommend that you only use a mild
soap and water solution on a soft cloth.
Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING DISPLAYS AND

SCREENS

We recommend that you only use a
microfiber cloth in a circular motion to
clean off the fingerprint or dust.

If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,
apply a small amount of alcohol to the
cloth and try to clean it again.

Note:

Do not pour or spray alcohol onto the

touchscreen.

Note:

Do not use detergent or any type of

solvent to clean the touchscreen.

CLEANING FABRIC

WARNING:

On vehicles equipped

with seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the
side airbag system and affect
performance of the side airbag in a crash.

We recommend that you only clean fabric
in the following way:

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp

cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

3. For additional information and

assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.

For heavy stains, spot clean the area. If a
ring forms on the fabric, clean the entire
area immediately, but do not oversaturate
or the ring could set.

CLEANING LEATHER

WARNING:

On vehicles equipped

with seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the
side airbag system and affect
performance of the side airbag in a crash.

We recommend that you only clean the
leather surfaces in the following way:

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp

cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

3. Make sure the leather is dry, then apply

a small amount of conditioner to a
clean, dry cloth.

4. Rub the conditioner into the leather

until it disappears. Allow the
conditioner to dry, then repeat the
process for the entire interior. If a film
appears, wipe it off with a dry, clean
cloth.

5. For additional information and

assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.

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CLEANING VINYL

WARNING:

On vehicles equipped

with seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the
side airbag system and affect
performance of the side airbag in a crash.

We recommend that you only clean vinyl
surfaces in the following way:

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp

cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

3. For additional information and

assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.

CLEANING CARPETS AND FLOOR
MATS

We recommend that you only clean your
carpets in the following way:

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp

cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

3. For additional information and

assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.

For heavy stains, spot clean the area. If a
ring forms on the fabric, clean the entire
area immediately, but do not oversaturate
or the ring could set.

We recommend that you only clean your
floor mats in the following way:

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wash rubber floor mats using mild

soap and lukewarm or cold water.

3. Completely dry the floor mat before

placing them back in your vehicle.

CLEANING SEATBELTS

WARNING:

Do not use cleaning

solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken
the belt webbing.

Wipe the surface with a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

CLEANING STORAGE
COMPARTMENTS

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp

cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE

We recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer to identify your vehicle
color code. Authorized dealers have
touch-up paint to match your vehicle's
color.

Before repairing minor paint damage, use
a cleaner to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.

Read the instructions before using cleaning
products.

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PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE
FOR STORAGE

If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, the following maintenance
recommendations ensures your vehicle
stays in good operating condition.

Under various conditions, long-term
storage may lead to degraded engine
performance or failure unless you use
specific precautions to preserve your
vehicle.

General

•

Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.

•

If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and weather damage.

•

Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.

•

Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.

•

Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.

Engine

•

Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminants which may
cause engine damage.

•

Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast
idle with the climate controls set to
defrost until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.

•

With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.

Body

•

Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear wheel housings
and the underside of front fenders.

•

Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.

•

Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.

•

Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Rewax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.

•

Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.

•

Cover interior trim to prevent fading.

•

Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.

12 Volt Battery

•

When storing your vehicle for longer
than 30 days the state of charge
should be approximately 50%.
Additionally, we recommend to
disconnect the 12v battery to reduce
system loads on the battery, or you can
use a trickle charger for longer storage
periods.

•

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.

Note:

It is necessary to reset memory

features if you disconnect the battery
cables.

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Tires

•

Maintain recommended air pressure.

•

To minimize flat spots on the tires,
inflate all four tires to the
recommended cold pressures listed on
the Safety Compliance Certification
label or Tire Label affixed to your
vehicle. When the vehicle is taken out
of storage, reset the tire pressures as
necessary to the recommended levels
listed on the Safety Compliance
Certification label or Tire Label affixed
to your vehicle.

Note:

If you store your vehicle in a location

with low ambient temperatures, follow the
instructions for care of summer tires. See

Using Summer Tires

(page 336).

Brakes

Make sure the brakes and parking brake
fully release.

Note:

If you intend on parking your vehicle

for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so to
reduce the risk of increased corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.

REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE
FROM STORAGE

When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
•

We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.

•

Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.

•

Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

•

Check the underhood for any foreign
materials such as mice or squirrel
nests.

•

Check the exhaust for any foreign
materials.

•

Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.

•

Check brake pedal operation. Corroded
brake rotors could cause brake noise.
Drive your vehicle and gently apply and
release the brakes repeatedly over a
10-minute drive to reduce the corrosion
from the brakes.

•

Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.

•

If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.

Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.

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LOCATING THE TIRE LABEL

The tire label or safety
certification label is on the driver
side B-pillar or the edge of the
driver door. It contains information
on the recommended front and
rear tire inflation pressures. See

Locating the Safety
Compliance Certification
Labels

(page 263).

DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires.
The Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire
sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For
example:

Treadwear 200

Traction AA Temperature A

These Tire Quality Grades are
determined by standards that the
United States Department of
Transportation has set.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires.
They do not apply to deep tread,
winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use
spare tires, light truck or LT type
tires, tires with nominal rim
diameters of 10 to 12 inches or
limited production tires as defined
in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).

U.S. Department of
Transportation Tire quality
grades:

The U.S. Department of

Transportation requires us to give
you the following information
about tire grades exactly as the
government has written it.

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150
would wear 1½ times as well on
the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.

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Traction AA A B C

WARNING:

The traction

grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking
traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning or peak traction
characteristics.

The traction grades, from highest

to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled
conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Temperature A B C

WARNING:

The

temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.

The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C,
representing the tire’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory

test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 139. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

INFORMATION ON THE TIRE
SIDEWALL

Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require 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 U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.

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Information on P Type Tires

C D

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P215/65R15 95H is an example of
a tire size, load index and speed
rating. The definitions of these
items are listed below. (Note that
the tire size, load index and speed
rating for your vehicle may be
different from this example.)
A.

Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,
that may be used for service on
cars, sport utility vehicles,
minivans and light trucks.

Note:

your tire size does not begin with
a letter this may mean it is
designated by either the European
Tire and Rim Technical
Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.

215:

Indicates the nominal

width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.

65:

Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width.

Indicates a radial type tire.

15:

Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.

95:

Indicates the tire's load

index. It is an index that relates to
how much weight a tire can carry.
You may find this information in
your owner’s manual. If not,

contact a local tire dealer.

Note:

You may not find this

information on all tires because it
is not required by federal law.

Indicates the tire's speed

rating. The speed rating denotes
the speed at which a tire is
designed to be driven for extended
periods of time under a standard
condition of load and inflation
pressure. The tires on your vehicle
may operate at different
conditions for load and inflation
pressure. These speed ratings may
need to be adjusted for the
difference in conditions. The
ratings range from 81 mph
(130 km/h) to 186 mph
(299 km/h). These ratings are
listed in the following chart.

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Note:

You may not find this

information on all tires because it
is not required by federal law.

Speed rating

Letter
rating

81 mph (130 km/h)

87 mph (140 km/h)

99 mph (159 km/h)

106 mph (171 km/h)

112 mph (180 km/h)

118 mph (190 km/h)

124 mph (200 km/h)

130 mph (210 km/h)

149 mph (240 km/h)

168 mph (270 km/h)

186 mph (299 km/h)

Note:

For tires with a maximum

speed capability over 149 mph
(240 km/h), tire manufacturers
sometimes use the letters ZR. For
those with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph (299
km/h), tire manufacturers always
use the letters ZR.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number (TIN):

This begins with

the letters DOT and indicates that
the tire meets all federal
standards. The next two numbers
or letters are the plant code
designating where it was
manufactured, the next two are

the tire size code and the last four
numbers represent the week and
year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean
the 31st week of 1997. After 2000,
the numbers go to four digits. For
example, 2501 means the 25th
week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes
used for traceability. This
information is used to contact
customers if a tire defect requires
a recall.

M+S or M/S:

Mud and Snow, or

AT:

All Terrain, or

AS:

All Season.

Tire Ply Composition and

Material Used:

Indicates the

number of plies or the number of

layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.

Maximum Load:

Indicates the

maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), for the correct tire
pressure for your vehicle.

Treadwear, Traction and

Temperature Grades:

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Treadwear

The treadwear grade

is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test
course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.

Traction:

The traction grades,

from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Temperature:

The temperature

grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.

Maximum Inflation

Pressure:

Indicates the tire

manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge

that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label which is
located on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be
set lower than the recommended
pressure on the vehicle label.

The tire suppliers may have
additional markings, notes or
warnings such as standard load
or radial tubeless.

Additional Information
Contained on the Tire Sidewall
for LT Type Tires

Note:

Tire Quality Grades do not

apply to this type of tire.

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LT type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P
type tires; these differences are
described below.

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LT:

Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,
that is intended for service on light
trucks.

Load Range and Load

Inflation Limits:

Indicates the

tire's load-carrying capabilities
and its inflation limits.

Maximum Load Dual lb (kg)

at psi (kPa) cold:

Indicates the

maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a dual,
defined as four tires on the rear
axle (a total of six or more tires on
the vehicle).

Maximum Load Single lb

(kg) at psi (kPa) cold:

Indicates

the maximum load and tire
pressure when the tire is used as

a single, defined as two tires
(total) on the rear axle.

Information on T Type Tires

T145/80D16 is an example of a
tire size.

Note:

The temporary tire size for

your vehicle may be different from
this example. Tire Quality Grades
do not apply to this type of tire.

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T type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P
type tires; these differences are
described below:

Indicates a type of tire,

designated by the Tire and Rim
Association, that is intended for
temporary service on cars, sport
utility vehicles, minivans and light
trucks.

145:

Indicates the nominal

width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.

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80:

Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width. Numbers of 70 or
lower indicate a short sidewall.

Indicates a diagonal type tire.

Indicates a radial type tire.

16:

Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.

GLOSSARY OF TIRE
TERMINOLOGY

Tire label:

A label showing the

original equipment tire sizes,
recommended inflation pressure
and the maximum weight the

vehicle can carry.

Tire Identification Number

(TIN):

A number on the sidewall

of each tire providing information
about the tire brand and
manufacturing plant, tire size and
date of manufacture. Also referred
to as DOT code.

Inflation pressure:

A measure

of the amount of air in a tire.

Standard load:

A class of

P-metric or Metric tires designed
to carry a maximum load at set
pressure. For example: For
P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and
for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5 bar).
Increasing the inflation pressure
beyond this pressure will not
increase the tire’s load carrying
capability.

Extra load:

A class of P-metric

or Metric tires designed to carry a
heavier maximum load at 42 psi
(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will
not increase the tire’s load
carrying capability.

kPa:

Kilopascal, a metric unit of

air pressure.

PSI:

Pounds per square inch, a

standard unit of air pressure.

Cold tire pressure:

The tire

pressure when the vehicle has
been stationary and out of direct
sunlight for an hour or more and
prior to the vehicle being driven for
1 mi (1.6 km).

Recommended inflation

pressure:

The cold inflation

pressure found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label
(affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door
edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label located on
the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door.

B-pillar:

The structural member

at the side of the vehicle behind
the front door.

Bead area of the tire:

Area of

the tire next to the rim.

Sidewall of the tire:

Area

between the bead area and the
tread.

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Tread area of the tire:

Area of

the perimeter of the tire that
contacts the road when mounted
on the vehicle.

Rim:

The metal support (wheel)

for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.

TIRE REPLACEMENT
REQUIREMENTS

Your vehicle is equipped with tires
designed to provide a safe ride
and handling capability.

WARNING:

Only use

replacement tires and wheels
that are the same size, load
index, speed rating, and type as
those originally provided for your
vehicle. The recommended tire
and wheel sizes can be found on
the Tire Label on the driver side
door frame or the edge of the
driver door. If this information is
not found in those locations, or
for additional options, contact
your authorized dealer. Use of
any tire or wheel not
recommended, could affect the
safety and performance of your
vehicle, which could result in an
increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.

WARNING:

To reduce the

risk of serious injury, when
mounting replacement tires and
wheels, you should not exceed
the maximum pressure indicated
on the sidewall of the tire to set
the beads without additional
precautions listed below. If the
beads do not seat at the
maximum pressure indicated,
re-lubricate and try again.

WARNING:

For a mounting

pressure more than 20 psi
(1.38 bar) greater than the
maximum pressure, a Ford
dealer or other tire service
professional should do the
mounting.

WARNING:

Always inflate

steel carcass tires with a remote
air fill with the person inflating
standing at a minimum of 12 ft
(3.66 m) away from the wheel
and tire assembly.

WARNING:

Only use the

specified jacking points. If you
use any other locations you
could damage vehicle
components, such as brake lines.

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WARNING:

When inflating

the tire for mounting pressures
up to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater
than the maximum pressure on
the tire sidewall, the following
precautions must be taken to
protect the person mounting the
tire:

•

Make sure that you have the
correct tire and wheel size.

•

Lubricate the tire bead and
wheel bead seat area again.

•

Stand at a minimum of 12 ft
(3.66 m) away from the wheel
and tire assembly.

•

Use both eye and ear
protection.

Note:

If your vehicle has

265/35R20 tires, replace them with
original equipment tires provided
by us. Using other tire sizes could
damage your vehicle.

Important:

Remember to replace

the wheel valve stems when the
road tires are replaced on your
vehicle.

It is recommended that the two
front tires or two rear tires
generally be replaced as a pair if
the worn tires still have usable
depth.

The tire pressure sensors mounted
in the wheels (originally installed
on your vehicle) are not designed
to be used in aftermarket wheels.

The use of wheels or tires not
recommended may affect the
operation of your tire pressure
monitoring system.

If the tire pressure monitoring
system indicator is flashing, your
system is malfunctioning. Your
replacement tire might be
incompatible with your tire
pressure monitoring system, or
some component of the system
may be damaged.

Age

WARNING:

Tires degrade

over time depending on many
factors such as weather, storage
conditions, and conditions of use
(load, speed, inflation pressure)
the tires experience throughout
their lives.
In general, tires should be
replaced after six years
regardless of tread wear.
However, heat caused by hot
climates or frequent high loading
conditions can accelerate the
aging process and may require
tires to be replaced more
frequently.
You should replace your spare
tire when you replace the road
tires or after six years due to
aging even if it has not been
used.

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U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number

Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require 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 U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.

This begins with the letters DOT
and indicates that the tire meets
all federal standards. The next
two numbers or letters are the
plant code designating where it
was manufactured, the next two

are the tire size code and the last
four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean
the 31st week of 1997. After 2000,
the numbers go to four digits. For
example, 2501 means the 25th
week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes
used for traceability. This
information is used to contact
customers if a tire defect requires
a recall.

USING SUMMER TIRES

Summer tires provide superior
performance on wet and dry roads.
Summer tires do not have the Mud and
Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on
the tire side wall. Since summer tires do
not have the same traction performance
as All-season or Snow tires, we do not
recommend using summer tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or
below, depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions, or in snow and
ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire
performance is affected by tire wear and
environmental conditions. If you must drive
in those conditions, we recommend using
Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or
Snow tires.

Always store your summer tires indoors at
temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The
rubber compounds used in these tires lose
flexibility and may develop surface cracks
in the tread area at temperatures below
19°F (-7°C). If the tires have been
subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm
them in a heated space to at least 41°F
(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing
them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle
with the tires installed, or checking tire
inflation. Always inspect the tires after
storage periods and before use.

USING SNOW CHAINS

WARNING:

Do not exceed 30 mph

(50 km/h). Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.

WARNING:

Do not use snow chains

on snow-free roads.

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WARNING:

Only fit snow chains to

specified tires.

WARNING:

If your vehicle is fitted

with wheel trims, remove them before
fitting snow chains.

WARNING:

Remember that even

advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It's always possible to
lose control of a vehicle due to
inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk
of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the electronic stability
control system is an indication that at
least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator's ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death.

WARNING:

Wheels and tires must

be the same size, load index and speed
rating as those originally fitted on the
vehicle. Use of any other tire or wheel
can affect the safety and performance
of your vehicle. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels can
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure.
Follow the recommended tire inflation
pressures found on the Safety
Compliance Certification label, or the
Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of
the driver door. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, or personal injury
or death.

The tires on your vehicle could have
all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. In some climates you need
to use snow tires and chains on your
vehicle in emergency situations or if
required by law.

Note:

The suspension insulation and

bumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Do
not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.

Note:

Driving too fast for road conditions

creates the possibility of losing control of
the vehicle. Driving at very high speeds for
extended periods of time may result in
damage to vehicle components.

Note:

Snow chains could damage

aluminum wheels.

Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:

•

Use ultra low profile cables, 10 mm or
less in dimension as measured on the
sidewall of your tire, with 235/55R17,
235/50R18, 255/45R18 and 255/40R19
on the rear axle only.

•

Do not use snow chains or cables with
275/40R19, 305/30R19, 315/30R19,
and 265/35R20.

•

Not all S-class snow chains or cables
meet the same restrictions. Chains of
this size restriction include a tensioning
device.

•

Purchase chains or cables from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions. Mount
the snow chains or cables in pairs on
the rear tires only.

•

When driving with snow chains do not
exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or the
maximum speed recommended by the
chain manufacturer, whichever is less.

•

Install cables securely, verifying that
the cables do not touch any wiring or
brake lines.

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CHECKING THE TIRE
PRESSURES

Safe operation of your vehicle
requires that your tires are
properly inflated. Every day before
you drive, check your tires.

At least once a month and before
long trips, inspect each tire and
check the tire pressure with a tire
gauge. Inflate all tires to the
recommended inflation pressure.
See

Inflating the Tires

(page

339).

INFLATING THE TIRES

WARNING:

Under-inflation

is the most common cause of
tire failures and may result in
severe tire cracking, tread
separation or blowout, with
unexpected loss of vehicle
control and increased risk of
injury. Under-inflation increases
sidewall flexing and rolling
resistance, resulting in heat
buildup and internal damage to
the tire. It also may result in
unnecessary tire stress, irregular
wear, loss of vehicle control and
accidents. A tire can lose up to
half of its air pressure and not
appear to be flat!

WARNING:

Do not use the

tire pressure displayed in the
information display as a tire
pressure gauge. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.

Use the recommended cold
inflation pressure for optimum tire
performance and wear.
Under-inflation or over-inflation

may cause uneven treadwear
patterns.

Inflate your tires to the
recommended inflation pressure
even if it is less than the maximum
inflation pressure information
found on the tire. You can find the
tire label with the recommended

tire inflation pressure next to the
tire size on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver door.

The recommended tire inflation
pressure is also found on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label, affixed to either the door
hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the
door edge that meets the
door-latch on the B-pillar, or on
the edge of the driver door.

Failure to follow the tire pressure
recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and
adversely affect the way your
vehicle handles.

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Checking Pressure when tires
are hot:

If pressures are checked after tires
have been driven for more than
three minutes or more than 1 mile,
(2 km) the tires become hot and
the pressures will increase by
approximately 4 psi (27.6 kPa).
Therefore when the tire pressure
is adjusted under these conditions,
it should be increased to a gauge
reading of 4 psi (27.6 kPa) greater
than the recommended cold
inflation pressure.

After inflating the tires while hot,
make sure to recheck tire pressure
later once the tires are cold.

For Example Only

33 psi (230

kPa)

Gauge reading

of hot tire

32 psi (220

kPa)

If recom-

mended, cold

inflation pres-

sure is

The hot tire pressure is only 1 psi

(10 kPa) greater than the

recommended cold inflation

pressure. Therefore, add 3 psi

(20 kPa) more to increase the

hot pressure to 4 psi (30 kPa)

over the recommended cold

inflation pressure.

36 psi (250

kPa)

New hot pres-

sure

INSPECTING THE TIRE FOR
WEAR

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When the tread is worn down to
2/32 inch (1.6 mm), tires must be
replaced to help prevent your
vehicle from skidding and
hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear
indicators, or wear bars, which
look like narrow strips of smooth
rubber across the tread will
appear on the tire when the tread
is worn down to 2/32 inch (1.6
mm).

When the tire tread wears down
to the same height as these wear
bars, the tire is worn out and must
be replaced.

The tires should also be balanced
periodically. An unbalanced tire
and wheel assembly may result in
irregular tire wear.

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Periodically inspect the tire treads
for uneven or excessive wear and
remove objects such as stones,
nails or glass that may be wedged
in the tread grooves.

INSPECTING THE TIRE FOR
DAMAGE

Inspect the tire sidewalls for
cracking, cuts, bruises and other
signs of damage or excessive
wear. If internal damage to the tire
is suspected, have the tire
dismounted and inspected in case
it needs to be repaired or replaced.
For your safety, tires that are
damaged or show signs of
excessive wear should not be used
because they are more likely to
blow out or fail.
Periodically inspect the tire treads
and sidewalls for damage, such
as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,
cracks in the tread groove and
separation in the tread or sidewall.
If damage is observed or
suspected, have the tire inspected
by a tire professional.

Safety Practices

WARNING:

If your vehicle

is stuck in snow, mud or sand, do
not rapidly spin the tires;
spinning the tires can tear the
tire and cause an explosion. A
tire can explode in as little as
three to five seconds.

WARNING:

Do not spin the

wheels at over 34 mph
(55 km/h). The tires may fail and
injure a passenger or bystander.

HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE
DANGEROUS

Correct inflation pressure is
especially important. However, at
high speeds, even with the correct
inflation pressure, a road hazard
for example is more difficult to
avoid and if contact is made, has
a greater chance of causing tire
damage than at a lower speed.
Moreover, driving at high speed
reduces the reaction time
available to avoid accidents and
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

If you see any damage to a tire or
wheel, replace it with the spare at
once and visit a participating Tire
Retailer.

Exceeding the maximum speeds
shown on the following page for
each type of tire will cause the tire
to build up excessive heat which
can cause tire damage that could
result in sudden tire destruction
and rapid air loss. Failure to
control a vehicle when one or
more tires experience a sudden air
loss can lead to an accident.

In any case, you should not
exceed reasonable speeds as
indicated by the legal limits
and driving conditions.

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