Tyres that are carefully maintained will last longer than those
which are neglected. There are some avoidable factors that
affect tyre life, for these you can depend on the expert advice
of your dealer.
INFLATION PRESSURES
Correct inflation pressures are undoubtedly a major
consideration in obtaining the best
performance and life from tyres. Deviation from the
manufacturer's recommendations may lead to distinct
deterioration in performance as well as tyre life.
When running normally tyres get hot, the air inside tries to expand, and since it is
unable to do so, the pressure increases. Tyres are designed to accommodate such rises in temperature and no attempt should be made to "bleed" the air from the hot tyre to reduce the pressure to cold starting pressures. This simply under-inflates the tyre which leads to undue heat generation and can be dangerous.
 
Incorrect tyre maintenance, particularly under-inflation may
result in serious tyre damage.
REPLACEMENT OF TYRES
Determine the following:
Original equipment size. Check the tyre placard in the
vehicle or the vehicle owner's manual for the tyre size
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
Recommended tyre inflation pressure. This information can be
found along with the tyre size.
Rim size. Check the size of the rim on which you will mount the
replacement tyre. If the size has not been stamped on, the rim
should be measured.
The tyre fitted as original equipment to a vehicle has been
determined by the vehicle manufacturer in conjunction with the
tyre manufacturer, taking all operating factors into account. A
change in size, construction or load and speed rating should
only be considered after consultation with a tyre professional
such as your dealer. |
Tyre Maintenance
