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WHEELS AND TYRES

Before long trips, and every two weeks, check the

tyre and space-saver wheel inflation pressure (for

versions/markets, where provided). Check the tyres

when cold.

While driving the car, the pressure increases under

standard conditions: for the correct tyre inflation

pressure, see "Wheels" paragraph in the "Technical

specifications" chapter.

Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear

fig. 144:

A normal pressure: tread evenly worn;

B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges;

C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the

centre.

The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less

than 1.6 mm thick. In any case, follow the laws

in force in the country where you are driving.

IMPORTANT

Take the following precautions to prevent damage to

the tyres:

❒ avoid braking suddenly, racing starts and violent

impact against the curb, potholes or other

obstacles and driving for extended periods on

uneven road surfaces;

❒ periodically check that the tyres have no cuts in

the side wall, abnormal swelling or irregular tyre

wear;

❒ avoid travelling with the car overloaded. If you

have a puncture, stop immediately and change the

tyre;

❒ tyres age even if they are not used much. Cracks in

the tread rubber and at the sides are a sign of

ageing. In any case, if the tyres have been on the

car for over 6 years, they should be checked

by specialised personnel. Also remember to check

the space-saver wheel very carefully (for

versions/markets, where provided);

❒ change the position of the tyres every 10-15

thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same

side of the car to avoid inverting the rotation

direction;

❒ In the case of replacement, always fit new tyres,

avoiding those of dubious origin;

❒ if a tyre is changed, also change the inflation valve.

fig. 144

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GETTING TO KNOW

YOUR CAR

SAFETY

STARTING AND

DRIVING

WARNING LIGHTS

AND MESSAGES

IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

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