Aerio L4-2.3L (2006)
Tires: Description and Operation
Tires Description
The tire is of tubeless type. The tire is designed to operate satisfactorily with loads up to the full rated load capacity when inflated to the recommended
inflation pressures. Correct tire pressures and driving habits have an important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, excessively rapid acceleration,
and unnecessary sharp braking increase tire wear.
Tire Placard
The "Tire Placard" is located on the left door lock pillar and should be referred to tire information. The placard lists the maximum load, tire size and
cold tire pressure where applicable.
NOTE: Whether rim size and/or maximum load are listed or not depends on regulations of each country.
Inflation of Tires
The pressure recommended for any model is carefully calculated to give a satisfactory ride, stability, steering, tread wear, tire life and resistance to
bruises.
Tire pressure, with tires cold, (after vehicle has set for 3 hours or more, or driven less than one mile) should be checked monthly or before any
extended trip. Set to the specifications on the "Tire Placard" located on the left door lock pillar.
It is normal for tire pressure to increase when the tires become hot during driving.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure after driving. Bleeding reduces the "Cold Inflation Pressure".
Higher than recommended pressure can cause:
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Hard ride
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Tire bruising or carcass damage
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Rapid tread wear at center of tire
Unequal pressure on same axle can cause:
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Uneven braking
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Steering lead
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Reduced handling
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Swerve on acceleration
Lower than recommended pressure can cause:
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Tire squeal on turns
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Hard Steering
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Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread
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Tire rim bruises and rupture
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Tire cord breakage
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High tire temperature
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Reduced handling
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High fuel consumption
Matched Tires and Wheels (Steel Type)
Tires and wheels are match mounted at the assembly plant.
This means that the radially stiffest part of the tire, or "high spot", is matched to the smallest radius or"low spot" of the wheel.
This is done to provide the smoothest possible ride.
