Tires: Service and Repair
TireINSPECTION
1. Take stones, glass, nails etc. out of the tread groove.
2. Replace the tire if as follows.
CAUTION:
^ When replacing a tire, make sure to use only the same size, construction and load range as originally installed.
^ Use a tire changer when removing tire from wheel.
^ To prevent damaging of transmitter, do not use the bead breaker in the position as shown in the figure. (Model with tire pressure monitoring system)
^ To prevent damaging of transmitter, set the tire changer boom in the position as shown in the figure.
1. When large crack on side wall, damage or crack on tread is found.
2. When the tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
3. When a crack on tire valve is found, replace the tire valve.
TIRE ROTATION
Rotate tires periodically (12,500 km/7,500 miles) as shown in the figure, in order to prevent them from uneven wear and to prolong their life.
NOTE: Re-registration of sensor is necessary for the model with tire pressure monitoring system.