Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Wheels: Vehicle Damage Warnings
WARNING:
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EACH INDIVIDUAL AXLE, WHEEL AND TIRE HAS ITS OWN MAXIMUM WEIGHT AND INFLATION RATING. DO NOT
OVERLOAD OR OVER-INFLATE BEYOND THE CAPACITY OF THE LOWEST RATED COMPONENT OF THE SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE INJURY.
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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.
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When replacing tires, use the same size, load range, tread type and construction type radial as those originally offered on the vehicle.
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Follow the safety procedures and precautions and obtain safety literature from the wheel 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.
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Always remember the weakest weight carrying component of the vehicle (i.e., tire, wheel, bearings, etc.) determines its overall maximum and safe
load carrying capacity for the vehicle.
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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.
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When replacing tires, use the same size, load range and construction type (radial) as originally installed on the vehicle or a type that meets Ford
specifications for the vehicle.
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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 your 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 your legs as well as your arms and your 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.
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When deflating a tire, reduce the pressure as much as you possibly can by pushing the valve core plunger. Only then should you remove the valve
core. Keep your eyes away from the valve.
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If the tire is to be reinstalled on an original equipment wheel, mark the tire at the valve stem hole so that they can be reassembled in the same
relative position.
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Use only standard tire mounting tools and equipment. The use of makeshift tools, screwdrivers or pliers to force tires on or off rims or wheels is
dangerous. This can help prevent cuts on hands and wrists and will make it unnecessary to use a mallet for unseating the tire beads.
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Always lubricate tire beads to ensure sealing of tire beads on rim with a ready to use liquid soap that meets Ford specification ESA-M 1 B6-A.
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The Rotunda Tire Changer 104-00291 or equivalent includes a bead seater/inflator using an automatically adjustable inflation ring, which aids in
properly seating the bead for inflation. To properly operate the Rotunda tire changer, follow the instructions provided.
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Inspect tire and perform necessary service. A Rotunda Tire Spreader 104-00111 or equivalent is very helpful, but use care when working around
it. Keep the spreader arms closed when the machine is idle.
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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.
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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.
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Tires and rims often require a buffing operation before being mounted once the regular services have been made.
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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.
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Stand as far as possible from the valve stem while inflating tires. Avoid a position where the face or body is immediately over the work being done
on any tire in which there is pressure.
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Always use a safety cage, such as Rotunda Inflation Chamber 104-00104 or equivalent, or portable safety device while inflating tires. Protect
yourself from possible improper assembly, inadvertently mix-matched parts and other assembly errors.
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Use only accurate, tested gauges to ensure proper air pressure as specified on the Certification Label attached to the vehicle. Check all gauges
regularly with a master gauge.
