User Guide
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Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual or your vehicle dealer for this information.
Determine whether rotated tires require tire ination adjustment, because front
and rear position tire pressure may vary according to the vehicle manufacturer’s
specication due to the actual load on that wheel position. Some vehicles may
have tires of different size mounted on the front versus the rear axles, and
these different tires have rotation restrictions. Always check the vehicle owner’s
manual for the proper rotation recommendations.
Full-Size Spare
Full-size spare tires (not temporary spares) of the same size and construction
should be used in a ve-tire rotation and should be inspected by a tire
professional during routine tire inspection. Always have spare tires inspected
before installation. Tires are composed of various types of rubber compounds
and other materials having performance properties essential to the proper
functioning of the tire. These component properties change over time. Always
check the ination pressure of the full-size spare and look for any indication
of cracking or other damage immediately before incorporating the spare into
rotation. If you see any damage, or if the tire is underinated, do not resume
driving with that tire unless you have no other option, in which case you should
drive only as slowly as is safely possible in the trafc conditions until you can both
get the spare tire properly inated and have it checked by a tire professional to
ensure that it is safe to use. Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
pattern for rotation. If such a recommendation is unavailable, see a qualied
tire professional.
Replacement of Two Tires
All four tires should be replaced at the same time. However, if only two tires
are replaced, the new ones should be put on the rear. Deeper tread tires on
the rear axle provide better handling, wet grip and evacuate water, thereby
helping to avoid oversteer and loss of vehicle stability on wet surfaces. Deeper
tread tires on the front axle can improve wet straight line braking and stopping
distance. If only two tires are being replaced, Michelin generally recommends
they be installed on the rear axle in the absence of a tire service professional’s
recommendation or consumer’s preference to the contrary.
CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION
ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS
Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as SUVs
and light trucks do not have the same handling characteristics as automobiles.
Because of these different characteristics, failure to operate your SUV or truck
in a proper and safe manner can increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover.
Modications to your SUV or truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can
change your vehicle’s handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood
of vehicle rollover. Whether your SUV or truck has the original equipment
conguration for tires, wheels and suspension or whether any of these items
have been modied, always drive safely, avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane
changes and obey all trafc laws. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle
control leading to an accident and serious injury or death.
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