Service Notes

WARNING: Do NOT mix different types of tires on the same vehicle such as radial, bias, or bias-belted tires except in emergencies (temporary spare usage), because vehicle handling may be seriously affected and may result in LOSS OF CONTROL.

^ When replacing tires, only the size, load range, and construction type (radial) originally installed on the vehicle are recommended. Use of any other tire size or type may seriously affect ride, handling, speedometer/odometer calibration, vehicle ground clearance, and tire clearance to the body and chassis.
^ To achieve the best all around vehicle performance, tires of different construction should not be mixed on the same vehicle.
^ It is recommended that new tires be installed in pairs.
^ When replacing only one tire, it should be paired with the tire having the most tread, to equalize braking traction.
^ Snow tires should be of a size and type equivalent to other tires on the vehicle as recommended on the tire decal.
^ If a new tire comes with a sticker or dye mark to indicate the high spot, this should always be installed at the valve stem. When replacing tires on vehicles with over 30,000 miles, the valve stem should always be replaced.
^ When installing the lug nut to mount the wheel a torque wrench should always be used for final tightening. This will prevent problems with warped front disc brake rotors and brake drums (rear disc brake rotors if applicable), and stretched lug bolts. Tighten the lug nuts to 88-118 Nm (65-87 ft. lbs.).