GRECH MOTORS
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Wheels and Tires
Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud,
or sand, do not rapidly spin the tires;
spinning the tires can tear the tire and
cause an explosion. A tire can explode in
as little as three to five seconds.
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h).
The tires may fail and injure a passenger or
bystander.
Driving habits have a great deal to do with
your tire mileage and safety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects on the road
*Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb
when parking
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the
possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on
the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out
of traffic. This may further damage the flat tire, but
your safety is more important.
If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance
while driving, or you suspect your tire or vehicle has
been damaged, immediately reduce your speed.
Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the
road. Stop and inspect the tires for damage. If a
tire is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove
wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel.
If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed
to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the
vehicle inspected.
Tire and Wheel Alignment
A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause
the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or
cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to
pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may
be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check
the wheel alignment periodically.
