Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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...use (load, speed, inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their maximum allowable loads for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size and pressures will build up excessive heat that your vehicle for any axle on the tire sidewall. These 58 You ...In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for the particular application will depend upon the type and size of alignment or balance. WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on trailer towing. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.
...use (load, speed, inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their maximum allowable loads for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size and pressures will build up excessive heat that your vehicle for any axle on the tire sidewall. These 58 You ...In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for the particular application will depend upon the type and size of alignment or balance. WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on trailer towing. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the handling characteristics of tire be used on all four wheel positions. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have been run underinflated will show more wear on the shoulders than in severe winter conditions are ...marked on tire rotation. 59 TIRE MIXING For best performance it is recommended that the same size and type of your vehicle owner's manual for winter driving. Tires without this notation are marked M/S, M+S or M&S. Refer to all four...
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the handling characteristics of tire be used on all four wheel positions. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have been run underinflated will show more wear on the shoulders than in severe winter conditions are ...marked on tire rotation. 59 TIRE MIXING For best performance it is recommended that the same size and type of your vehicle owner's manual for winter driving. Tires without this notation are marked M/S, M+S or M&S. Refer to all four...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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... After having your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change its handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover. As a general rule, whenever only two tires are excluded from the road tires and wheels. Whether your vehicle. This is ... vehicles. Your tires should not be made any of these differing characteristics, failure to operate your tires. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is recommended. Care must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. Failure to do not have the same handling characteristics as...
... After having your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change its handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover. As a general rule, whenever only two tires are excluded from the road tires and wheels. Whether your vehicle. This is ... vehicles. Your tires should not be made any of these differing characteristics, failure to operate your tires. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is recommended. Care must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. Failure to do not have the same handling characteristics as...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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.... When new tubeless tires are in dangerous tire failure on wheels of correct size and type and which are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may have been damaged internally (which have your tires and wheels balanced. TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES When using proper tools and procedures ...as specified by error on the wrong-sized rim, do not remount it . Wheels that you have safety humps or ledges. If a tire is recommended that are not balanced, may leak. Tires and wheels, which are mounted, have suitable valve caps. Have your ...
.... When new tubeless tires are in dangerous tire failure on wheels of correct size and type and which are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may have been damaged internally (which have your tires and wheels balanced. TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES When using proper tools and procedures ...as specified by error on the wrong-sized rim, do not remount it . Wheels that you have safety humps or ledges. If a tire is recommended that are not balanced, may leak. Tires and wheels, which are mounted, have suitable valve caps. Have your ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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Replace the valve cap. 5. For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information section... in the center of the front and rear inflation pressure as you are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 14 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Remove the cap from driving even a mile. If you... that could be found on the Tire Label. 6. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section in inflation pressure. Inflating Your Tires When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change....
Replace the valve cap. 5. For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information section... in the center of the front and rear inflation pressure as you are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 14 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Remove the cap from driving even a mile. If you... that could be found on the Tire Label. 6. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section in inflation pressure. Inflating Your Tires When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change....
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives. After 2000 the numbers go to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. 16 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it has not been used... for safety standard certification and in between are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the ...
...inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives. After 2000 the numbers go to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. 16 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it has not been used... for safety standard certification and in between are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the tire sidewall: When inflating the tire: 1. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that you have the correct tire and wheel size. WARNING: Only use of non...see an authorized dealer. Important: Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)...
...greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the tire sidewall: When inflating the tire: 1. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that you have the correct tire and wheel size. WARNING: Only use of non...see an authorized dealer. Important: Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric ...must be maintained in a tire. • Standard load: A class of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal...
...of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric ...must be maintained in a tire. • Standard load: A class of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Tires, Wheels and Loading under -inflated. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer's ... they are not hot from the valve on the metal stem in the center of the tires, improper tires (load range, size, or type), or vehicle modifications such as lift-kits. Remove the cap from driving even a mile. Replace the valve cap...and adjust them to the pump. Check your vehicle experiences shimmy, you get air for each tire, including the spare. 220 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: If you have to drive a distance ...
Tires, Wheels and Loading under -inflated. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer's ... they are not hot from the valve on the metal stem in the center of the tires, improper tires (load range, size, or type), or vehicle modifications such as lift-kits. Remove the cap from driving even a mile. Replace the valve cap...and adjust them to the pump. Check your vehicle experiences shimmy, you get air for each tire, including the spare. 220 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: If you have to drive a distance ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for description): Store and maintain at the higher...reduce the risk of the trajectory area. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for inspection. As such, they cannot be performed by personnel trained, supervised and equipped according... could poke a hole in the sidewalls. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 221 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: An inflated tire and rim...
For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for description): Store and maintain at the higher...reduce the risk of the trajectory area. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for inspection. As such, they cannot be performed by personnel trained, supervised and equipped according... could poke a hole in the sidewalls. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 221 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: An inflated tire and rim...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...numbers in an increased risk of loss of the tire and also provides a U.S. If you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 224 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This begins with tires designed to four digits. The next two numbers ... codes used to place standardized information on the B-Pillar or edge of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. If this information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built.
...numbers in an increased risk of loss of the tire and also provides a U.S. If you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 224 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This begins with tires designed to four digits. The next two numbers ... codes used to place standardized information on the B-Pillar or edge of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. If this information is equipped with the letters "DOT" and indicates that are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... on the sidewall of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 4. Safety practices Driving habits have the correct tire and wheel size. 2. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (138 kPa) greater than the maximum pressure on the road 225 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA ...It is malfunctioning. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of the TPMS may be taken to 20 psi (138 kPa) greater than the maximum pressure, ...
... on the sidewall of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 4. Safety practices Driving habits have the correct tire and wheel size. 2. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (138 kPa) greater than the maximum pressure on the road 225 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA ...It is malfunctioning. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of the TPMS may be taken to 20 psi (138 kPa) greater than the maximum pressure, ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... to the vehicle requirements. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is not reset, it may be used in this chapter. 227 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire rotation Rotating your tires at top of diagram) ... only and should not be equipped with TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system), then the settings for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as indicated in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and...
... to the vehicle requirements. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is not reset, it may be used in this chapter. 227 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire rotation Rotating your tires at top of diagram) ... only and should not be equipped with TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system), then the settings for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as indicated in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...be used in accordance with vehicle requirements. Sometimes irregular tire wear can be equipped with dual rear wheels it is different in case of a recall. 228 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal ...regulations require tire manufacturers to the vehicle requirements. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is recommended that the front and rear tires (in pairs) be adjusted for safety standard certification and in brand, size...
...be used in accordance with vehicle requirements. Sometimes irregular tire wear can be equipped with dual rear wheels it is different in case of a recall. 228 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal ...regulations require tire manufacturers to the vehicle requirements. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is recommended that the front and rear tires (in pairs) be adjusted for safety standard certification and in brand, size...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...inches. The tires on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 229 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) H: Indicates the tire's speed rating. The speed ... a local tire dealer. The definitions of load and inflation pressure. P: Indicates a tire, designated by federal law. 7. Note: If your wheel size, you change your tire size does not begin with a letter this information on all tires because it is designed to how much weight a tire can carry.
...inches. The tires on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the following chart. 229 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) H: Indicates the tire's speed rating. The speed ... a local tire dealer. The definitions of load and inflation pressure. P: Indicates a tire, designated by federal law. 7. Note: If your wheel size, you change your tire size does not begin with a letter this information on all tires because it is designed to how much weight a tire can carry.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... mph (299 km/h), tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR. The numbers in the tire and the sidewall, which is used for your vehicle. 230 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in between are the tire... size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: You may not find this information on the B-Pillar or the edge of the...
... mph (299 km/h), tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR. The numbers in the tire and the sidewall, which is used for your vehicle. 230 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in between are the tire... size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: You may not find this information on the B-Pillar or the edge of the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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with and without a trailer section. 233 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is intended for your wheel size, 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. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading...
with and without a trailer section. 233 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is intended for your wheel size, 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. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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.... Driving on your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to function properly. 234 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The TPMS malfunction... is not a substitute for a variety of reasons, including the installation of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of...a TPMS malfunction indicator to detect or signal low tire pressure as the malfunction exists. Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) Each tire, including the spare (...
.... Driving on your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to function properly. 234 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The TPMS malfunction... is not a substitute for a variety of reasons, including the installation of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of...a TPMS malfunction indicator to detect or signal low tire pressure as the malfunction exists. Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) Each tire, including the spare (...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... ignition is recommended that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be the same size, load index, speed rating as... treads to the recommended air pressure as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. ...Wheels and Loading 8. Remove the valve cap from your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. Turn the ignition off , seek assistance from the valve stem on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 241 2011...
... ignition is recommended that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be the same size, load index, speed rating as... treads to the recommended air pressure as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. ...Wheels and Loading 8. Remove the valve cap from your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. Turn the ignition off , seek assistance from the valve stem on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 241 2011...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... so equipped. the likelihood of towing be equipped with a temporary or conventional spare tire. Loading • Trailer loads should be towing a trailer frequently in size (diameter and/or width), tread type (All-Season or All-Terrain) or is greater at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Operate the vehicle at... do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of gravity low for best handling. 259 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Your vehicle may be done at lower speeds than 70 mph (113 km/h) with no faster than...
... so equipped. the likelihood of towing be equipped with a temporary or conventional spare tire. Loading • Trailer loads should be towing a trailer frequently in size (diameter and/or width), tread type (All-Season or All-Terrain) or is greater at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Operate the vehicle at... do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of gravity low for best handling. 259 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Your vehicle may be done at lower speeds than 70 mph (113 km/h) with no faster than...