Town Car V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Wheels: Technician Safety Information
WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING ANY AIR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM BY TURNING
AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH OFF, IF EQUIPPED, TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY.
Do not exceed the recommendations of load rating capacity specified on the vehicle safety certification decal located on door pillar.
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A jack is provided for wheel and tire maintenance only.
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Never run engine when vehicle is supported by a jack.
WARNING: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITH ONE WHEEL OFF THE GROUND, SUCH AS WHEN CHANGING A TIRE. THE
WHEEL STILL ON THE GROUND COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE.
Follow the safety procedures described in this manual and obtain safety literature from the wheel and rim manufacturer, NHTSA or OSHA. If you have
any questions, consult the distributor or manufacturer directly. The load carrying requirements of each vehicle should also be determined before selecting
the proper tire/wheel combination.
Always remember the weakest weight carrying component of the vehicle (such as tire, wheel or axle, bearings) determines its overall maximum and safe
load carrying capacity for the vehicle.
When replacing tires, use the same size, load range and construction type (bias, bias belted or radial) as originally installed on the vehicle, or a type that
meets Ford specifications for the vehicle.
NOTE: Use of improper replacement wheels and tires may adversely affect ride, handling, load carrying capacity, wheel bearing life, tire clearance to
body and chassis components, vehicle ground clearance, vehicle width and brake cooling.
When replacing wheels, use original equipment manufacturer's wheels or equivalent available from your Ford dealer with equivalent capacity, width,
offset and mounting configuration as those originally installed on vehicle.
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When changing tires, remove the wheel and tire from the vehicle.
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In servicing of all tires use caution not to drop them (or the wheels or assemblies) on the feet, hands or body, or heavily on the floor.
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Practice good methods of lifting; use the legs, arms and body. This will help to prevent painful internal injury.
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When carrying tires or wheels, don't step in oil or grease. Keep the floor clean and dry.
NOTE: If the tire is to be reinstalled on an original equipment wheel, mark the tire at the valve stem hole so they can be reassembled in the same
relative position.
Inspect and replace damaged or corroded parts. Abuse during road operations or in mounting tires can cause damage that may weaken the parts. Parts
that are excessively corroded are weakened. Always inspect for and replace damaged or heavily rusted parts.
Inspect and remove light rust and other foreign matter. Accumulation of such material on the engagement surfaces of the rim base and side can prevent
the proper fit of these parts. Use of a rust preventative during mounting will minimize rust.
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES OR A FACE SHIELD WHEN PERFORMING ANY BUFFING OPERATION TO
PREVENT INJURY.
Tires and rims often require a buffing operation before being mounted once the regular services have been made.
Avoid hammering rims with steel hammers. Small bits of steel may be broken off the hammer or rim, flying into the eyes (wear safety goggles), face or
body. Use rubber-covered, steel-headed hammers wherever possible. Rubber mallets only should be used on tires; although with modern tire changing
equipment no pounding is necessary.
