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CAR MAINTENANCE -> WHEELS AND TYRES for Your Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

WHEELS AND TYRES  
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare, every two weeks  
and before long journeys. The pressure should be checked with the tyre  
rested and cold.  
For the correct tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in “Technical  
specifications” section.  
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear:  
(A): normal pressure: tread evenly worn.  
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(B): low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges.  
(C): high pressure: tread particularly worn in the centre.  
Tyres must be replaced when the tread wears down to 1,6 mm. In any  
case, comply with the laws in the country where the car is being driven.  
IMPORTANT NOTES  
As far as possible, avoid sharp braking and screech starts, etc. Be  
careful not to hit the kerb, potholes or other obstacles hard. Driving  
for long stretches over bumpy roads can damage the tyres;  
Periodically check that the tyres have no cuts in the side wall,  
abnormal swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any of these occur, have  
the car seen to at a Fiat Dealership;  
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Avoid overloading the vehicle when travelling: this  
may cause serious damage to the wheels and tyres;  
In the case of replacement, always fit new tyres,  
avoiding those of dubious origin;  
If a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and change  
it to avoid damage to the tyre, the rim, suspensions  
and steering system;  
If a tyre is changed, also change the inflation valve;  
To allow even wear between the front and rear  
tyres, it is advisable to change them over every 10-  
15 thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same  
side of the car so as to not reverse the direction of  
rotation.  
Tyres age even if they are not used much. Cracks  
in the tread rubber are a sign of ageing. In any case,  
if the tyres have been on the car for over 6 years,  
they should be checked by specialised personnel, to  
see if they can still be used. Also remember to  
check the spare wheel;  
Remember that road holding depends also on the correct tyre inflating pressure.  
If the pressure is too low the tyre overheats and this can cause it serious damage.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Do not cross switch the tyres, moving them from the right of the car to the left and  
vice versa.  
Never submit alloy rims to repainting treatments requiring to use  
temperatures exceeding 150°C since the mechanical properties of the wheels  
could be impaired.  
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