Tires and wheels 499 |
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1 Correct tire pressure ( tread worn evenly ) Roadholding is good , and steering is responsive . Rolling resistance is low , so fuel consumption is also lower . |
2 Under inflated tire ( tread worn on shoulders ) Rolling resistance is high , so fuel consumption is also higher .
3 Over inflated ( tread worn in the center ) Ride comfort is poor . Also , the tire magnifies the effects of road-surface bumps and dips , possibly resulting in vehicle damage .
If the tire inflation pressure label shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded , adjust the tire pressures to the values that match the loading conditions .
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WARNING
Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly heat up . A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread separation and destruction of the tires . The resulting loss of
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vehicle control could lead to an accident . |
& Wheel balance
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Each wheel was correctly balanced when your vehicle was new , but the wheels will become unbalanced as the tires become worn during use . Wheel imbalance causes the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain vehicle speeds and detracts from the vehicle ’ s straight-line stability . It can also cause steering and suspension system problems and abnormal tire wear . If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced , have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer . Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation .
CAUTION
Loss of correct wheel alignment causes the tires to wear on one side and reduces the vehicle ’ s running stability .
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