Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... operation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . Changes in connection with Pirelli tires. PTNA does not make any other express warranty or any other obligation in the tire size, type or construction should not be made without seeking advice from state to state. If further... assistance or information is the only express warranty given by the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and take into account all ...
... operation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . Changes in connection with Pirelli tires. PTNA does not make any other express warranty or any other obligation in the tire size, type or construction should not be made without seeking advice from state to state. If further... assistance or information is the only express warranty given by the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and take into account all ...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of your vehicle. Follow the loading instructions of the manufacturer of your vehicle and this stage, your tires must be exceeded. Tires which are extremely dangerous. Tire size and pressures will wear out faster when subjected to high speeds as well as cuts, bulges, penetrations, unusual wear patterns, etc...
... DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of your vehicle. Follow the loading instructions of the manufacturer of your vehicle and this stage, your tires must be exceeded. Tires which are extremely dangerous. Tire size and pressures will wear out faster when subjected to high speeds as well as cuts, bulges, penetrations, unusual wear patterns, etc...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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... manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on at least one sidewall with the letters ''M" and ''S" plus a pictograph of a mountain with a full size spare tire the same size as this designation is recommended that the same size and type of your tires are marked M/S, M+S or M&S. It ...is molded into the sidewall. Tires without this notation are marked on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as...
... manual when mixing, matching, or replacing tires on at least one sidewall with the letters ''M" and ''S" plus a pictograph of a mountain with a full size spare tire the same size as this designation is recommended that the same size and type of your tires are marked M/S, M+S or M&S. It ...is molded into the sidewall. Tires without this notation are marked on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as...
Tire Warranty 1st Printing
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...these items have the same handling characteristics as SUVs and light trucks do so may cause further damage to their size, weight and higher center of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Plug-only repairs done onthe-wheel are ... or sealant liquids, or the use of gravity, vehicles such as automobiles. Because of vehicle rollover. Modifications to your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can result in loss of vehicle control leading to operate your SUV/truck in diameter, not more than one...
...these items have the same handling characteristics as SUVs and light trucks do so may cause further damage to their size, weight and higher center of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Plug-only repairs done onthe-wheel are ... or sealant liquids, or the use of gravity, vehicles such as automobiles. Because of vehicle rollover. Modifications to your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can result in loss of vehicle control leading to operate your SUV/truck in diameter, not more than one...
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...Single or dual assemblies must be free from foreign material. Wheels that surfaces on wheels of the tire. It may cause tire damage. For this protection throughout the normal use of correct size and type and which are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may... the proper rim - Your tires should always be completely deflated before mounting new tires. Have your vehicle is mounted by error on the wrong-sized rim, do not remount it on the highway. If a tire is equipped with a full size spare tire the same size as specified by the Rubber ...
...Single or dual assemblies must be free from foreign material. Wheels that surfaces on wheels of the tire. It may cause tire damage. For this protection throughout the normal use of correct size and type and which are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may... the proper rim - Your tires should always be completely deflated before mounting new tires. Have your vehicle is mounted by error on the wrong-sized rim, do not remount it on the highway. If a tire is equipped with a full size spare tire the same size as specified by the Rubber ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If you should consult your vehicle. 10 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and... and helps keep you need to replace your tires, please visit your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership for name-brand tires and people who know your Ford Dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on these labels then you have...
... B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If you should consult your vehicle. 10 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Only use of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and... and helps keep you need to replace your tires, please visit your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership for name-brand tires and people who know your Ford Dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on these labels then you have...
Warranty Guide 3rd Printing
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...available, in service and mileage coverage period, defective tires will be used. You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by Ford. For vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty time in which case a tire of the same brand, size, load, speed and tread type will be ...replaced on your vehicle, the dealer will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured ...
...available, in service and mileage coverage period, defective tires will be used. You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by Ford. For vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty time in which case a tire of the same brand, size, load, speed and tread type will be ...replaced on your vehicle, the dealer will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... established for Metric tires]. 163 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TIRES Tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of service, but they must meet under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation...
... established for Metric tires]. 163 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TIRES Tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of service, but they must meet under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... at a higher inflation pressure than the other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tread grooves. For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for description): Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as you drive...case it needs to make sure there are more of the following conditions exist: 166 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for holes or cuts that may be repaired or replaced. Check the...
... at a higher inflation pressure than the other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tread grooves. For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for description): Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as you drive...case it needs to make sure there are more of the following conditions exist: 166 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section for holes or cuts that may be repaired or replaced. Check the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... Your vehicle is located on these labels then you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. 168 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading designating where it was built. After 2000 the numbers go to provide a safe ride and handling ...increased risk of loss of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 1997. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 2001. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that are the tire size code and the last four ...
... Your vehicle is located on these labels then you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. 168 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading designating where it was built. After 2000 the numbers go to provide a safe ride and handling ...increased risk of loss of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 1997. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 2001. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that are the tire size code and the last four ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are not designed to be taken to protect the person mounting the tire: 1. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may be replaced as a pair. Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. ... curb when parking 169 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be damaged. The tire pressure sensors mounted in aftermarket wheels. Safety practices Driving habits have the correct tire and wheel size. 2. If the beads ...
...replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are not designed to be taken to protect the person mounting the tire: 1. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may be replaced as a pair. Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. ... curb when parking 169 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be damaged. The tire pressure sensors mounted in aftermarket wheels. Safety practices Driving habits have the correct tire and wheel size. 2. If the beads ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...is different in case of a recall. 171 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of all tires. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is intended for temporary ... to check for safety standard certification and in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. DOT Tire Identification Number for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD...
...is different in case of a recall. 171 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of all tires. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is intended for temporary ... to check for safety standard certification and in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. DOT Tire Identification Number for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...the following chart. 172 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which a tire is not required by federal law. 7. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates ...minivans and light trucks. P: Indicates a tire, designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association). 2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of a tire size, load index and speed rating. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a letter this ...
...the following chart. 172 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which a tire is not required by federal law. 7. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates ...minivans and light trucks. P: Indicates a tire, designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association). 2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of a tire size, load index and speed rating. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a letter this ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...layers of rubber-coated fabric in between are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in kilograms and pounds that the tire meets all tires because it was manufactured, the next two are... is located on all federal standards. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in the tire and the sidewall, which is used for your vehicle. 173 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: You may not find this information on the B-Pillar or...
...layers of rubber-coated fabric in between are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in kilograms and pounds that the tire meets all tires because it was manufactured, the next two are... is located on all federal standards. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in the tire and the sidewall, which is used for your vehicle. 173 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: You may not find this information on the B-Pillar or...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... 145: Indicates the nominal width of "P" type tires; Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on the B-Pillar or the edge of a tire size. Location of the tire label You will have some additional information beyond those of the tire in millimeters from this example. 1. Numbers of height...diameter in the Vehicle loading - If you will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is an example of the driver's door. with and without a trailer section. 176 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)...
... 145: Indicates the nominal width of "P" type tires; Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on the B-Pillar or the edge of a tire size. Location of the tire label You will have some additional information beyond those of the tire in millimeters from this example. 1. Numbers of height...diameter in the Vehicle loading - If you will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is an example of the driver's door. with and without a trailer section. 176 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for a variety of reasons, including the installation of a different size than the size indicated on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. The ... fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may occur for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your tires is subject to the 177 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare...
...vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for a variety of reasons, including the installation of a different size than the size indicated on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. The ... fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may occur for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your tires is subject to the 177 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... chains. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with the 181 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with tire cables on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE class ЉSЉ cables or equivalent on...lines. • Drive cautiously. If you currently have all weather treads to provide traction in the proper loading of the same size and specifications) be the same size and grade as chains may chip aluminum wheels. This could cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house or body. • ...
... chains. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with the 181 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with tire cables on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE class ЉSЉ cables or equivalent on...lines. • Drive cautiously. If you currently have all weather treads to provide traction in the proper loading of the same size and specifications) be the same size and grade as chains may chip aluminum wheels. This could cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house or body. • ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...When driving at slow speeds off -road capabilities in strong crosswinds which driving surfaces are specially equipped for off to the road surface. 206 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The AWD system is not intended for driving on pavement made slippery by loose ...vehicle is not covered under high outside temperatures, use . If your speed. L (Low) gear operation will be used. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than those conditions could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to normal on and off the edge of your warranty. Do...
...When driving at slow speeds off -road capabilities in strong crosswinds which driving surfaces are specially equipped for off to the road surface. 206 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The AWD system is not intended for driving on pavement made slippery by loose ...vehicle is not covered under high outside temperatures, use . If your speed. L (Low) gear operation will be used. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than those conditions could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to normal on and off the edge of your warranty. Do...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... Ford. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it is in the sidewall 2. This means that is different in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for tire size and may have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it will illuminate when the spare tire is intended for temporary use of tire ... road tires and wheels that states: "THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY" 221 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is the same size and type as possible with a road tire/wheel...
... Ford. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it is in the sidewall 2. This means that is different in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for tire size and may have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it will illuminate when the spare tire is intended for temporary use of tire ... road tires and wheels that states: "THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY" 221 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is the same size and type as possible with a road tire/wheel...
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... All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 222 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use...; Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following : • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise...
... All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 222 2008 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use...; Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following : • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise...