514 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
n When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as
well as dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
lDo not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
lDo not use tire sizes other than those recommended by SUBARU.
lDo not mix differently constructed tires( radial, bias-belted or bias-ply tires).
lDo not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
lDo not use tires that have been used on another vehicle. Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
lDo not tow anything if a tire that has been repaired using the emergency tire puncture repair kit is installed. The load on the
tire may cause unexpected damage to the tire.
Rotate the tires in the order shown.
A Front
NOTICE n Driving on rough roads Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or
potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on
rough roads may cause damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’ s wheels and body.
n If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while
driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and / or wheels may be ruined.
Tire rotation
To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, SUBARU recommends that tire rotation is carried out at the same interval as tire inspection.
nWhen rotating the tires
Make sure that the power switch is off. If the tires are rotated while the
power switch is in ON, the tire position information will not be updated.