any event, have the tyres checked by
specialised technicians if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years.
Also remember to check the space-
saver spare wheel with particular care;
in the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of unknown
origin;
avoid travelling with partially or
completely deflated tyres as this can
compromise car safety and damage
the tyres beyond repair;
high pressure: tread particularly worn in
the centre.
WHEELS AND TYRES
191) 192) 193) 194) 195)
The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Before embarking on a long trip, and
approximately every two weeks, check
the tyre inflation pressure, including the
space-saver spare wheel, if provided.
Check the tyres when cold.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Take the following precautions to
prevent damage to the tyres:
avoid braking suddenly, racing starts
and violent impact against the curb,
potholes, 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
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the vehicle is used due to tyre
heating; for the correct tyre inflation
pressure, see the "Wheels" paragraph
in the "Technical specifications"
chapter.
if a tyre is changed, also change the
inflation valve.
SNOW CHAINS
78)
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal
tyre wear fig. 225:
On versions with 215 / 55 R17 and
215 / 60 R16 tyres, use smaller snow
chains with a maximum projection of 7
mm beyond the tyre profile.
Snow chains cannot be mounted on
versions with 215 / 55 R17 tyres.
overloaded. If a tyre is punctured, stop
immediately and change it;
every 10000/15000 kilometres
switch the tyres, keeping them on
the same side of the car in order not
to change the rotation direction (if
the tyres are the "one-way" type).
Tyres with unidirectional tread can
be recognised by arrows on the side
which indicate the direction of rotation.
It is compulsory to comply with this
direction. Only in this way can the tyres
maintain their characteristics in terms
of grip, noise, resistance to wear and
drainage on wet surfaces;
Warnings
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.
The snow chains may be applied only
to the front wheel tyres.
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normal pressure: tread evenly worn;
low pressure: tread particularly worn at
the edges;
tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on
the sidewalls are a sign of ageing. In
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