this way, with two normal drive wheels
at the front, snow chains can be fitted.
Using snow chains with tyres with non-
original dimensions may damage the
car.
(A) normal pressure: tread evenly
worn;
(B) low pressure: tread particularly
worn at the edges;
(C) high pressure: tread particularly
worn in the centre.
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 unknown
origin;
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.
WARNINGS
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 tread wear;
avoid travelling with the car
overloaded. If a tyre is punctured, stop
immediately and change it;
tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on
the sidewalls are a sign of ageing.
Have the tyres checked by specialised
technicians if they have been fitted for
longer than 6 years. Also remember
to check the space-saver wheel very
carefully (for versions/markets, where
provided);
Using different size or type (M+S,
snow, etc.) tyres between front and
rear axle may adversely affect car
driveability, with the risk of losing
control of the car and resulting
accidents.
if a tyre is changed, also change the
inflation valve.
RIMS AND WHEELS
For the type of wheel rims and tyres
fitted on the vehicle see the "Wheels"
chapter in the "Technical data" section.
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT
THE ROTATION OF THE
TYRES
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country. In certain countries,
tyres marked with code M+S (Mud
and Snow) are considered as winter
equipment; therefore their use is
equivalent to that of the snow chains.
Snow chains can be fitted to the tyres
of the front wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few feet/meters have been
driven.
The front and rear tyres are subject
to different loads and stress due to
steering, manoeuvres and braking. For
this reason they are subject to uneven
wear.
To resolve this problem, tyres should
be rotated at the appropriate time. This
operation is recommended for tyres
with a deep tread pattern, suitable both
for on-road and off-road driving.
Tyre rotation contributes to the
preservation of the grip and traction
performance on wet, muddy or snowy
roads, guaranteeing optimal driveability
of the car.
WARNING Snow chains cannot be
fitted to the space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets, where provided). If
a front tyre is punctured, replace a rear
wheel with the space-saver wheel and
move the rear wheel to the front axle. In
In the case of irregular wear of the
tyres, the reason must be identified and
corrected before rotating them.
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