User Guide

Note:

• Never include a “temporary use” spare tire in the rotation.

• Tires with directional tread patterns must be rotated so the

direction of revolution does not change; this may require

demounting/mounting the tires.

• Special attention should be given if your vehicle is equipped

with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Rotation of

your tires may affect the system; consult your vehicle own-

er’s manual or a qualied tire service professional.

• Some vehicles may have different size tires/wheels on front

and rear which would restrict rotation. Always check and

follow the vehicle manufacturer’s rotation recommendation.

• To use a full-size spare in the rotation pattern on vehicles

with dual rear wheels, consult your vehicle owner’s manual

for the recommend

ed procedures or consult the vehicle

manufacturer.

TIRE REPLACEMENT AND TIRE MIXING

SAFETY WARNING

Driving your vehicle with an improper mix of tires is danger-

ous. Your vehicle’s handling characteristics may be seriously

affected. You could have an accident resulting in serious per-

sonal injury or death. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual, tire

information placard, and a qualied tire service professional

for proper tire replacement.

Unless otherwise specied by the vehicle manufacturer, it is

recommended that all road tires be the same size, type, and

speed rating. Never mix different size tires on an axle, except

for temporary use of a spare (see “Your Spare Tire,” the next

section in this manual).

When it is necessary to replace one or more tires, consider

that applying new tires in pairs on an axle, or to all wheel

positions, helps to optimize vehicle performance and avoid

malfunction of mechanical or electronic vehicle systems (i.e.

drive-train/transmission, anti-lock brakes, traction control).

Replacing Fewer Than Four Tires: Whether your vehicle is

front-, rear-, or all-wheel drive, if your rear tires lose traction

because of hydroplaning on a wet road, an oversteer skidding

condition may result and lead to loss of control, particularly in