Get Wheels and Tires Guide for Ford Edge SUV Second Generation (2015-2023)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Use only approved wheel and tire sizes,

using other sizes could damage your

vehicle. If you change the diameter of the

tires from that fitted at the factory, the

speedometer may not display the correct

speed. Take your vehicle to an authorized

Ford dealer to have the system

reprogrammed. If you intend to change the

size of the wheels from that fitted by the

manufacturer, you can check the suitability

with an authorized dealer.

Additional information related to the

functionality and maintenance of your tires

can be found later in this chapter. See Tire

Care (page 305).

The Ford recommended tire inflation

pressures can be found on the Tire Label,

which is located on the B-pillar or the edge

of the driver's door. This information can

also be found on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label (affixed to either the

door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the

door edge that meets the door last post;

next to the driver’s seating position).

Ford strongly recommends maintaining

these tire pressures at all times. Failure to

follow the tire pressure recommendations

can cause uneven treadwear patterns,

reduced fuel economy, and adversely

affect the way your vehicle handles.

Note: Check and set the tire pressure at the

ambient temperature in which you are

intending to drive your vehicle and when the

tires are cold.

Note: Check your tire pressures at least

once per month.

Set the pressure for your spare tire to the

highest value given for your vehicle and tire

size combination (if equipped).

Notice to utility vehicle and truck

owners

WARNINGS

Utility vehicles have a significantly

higher rollover rate than other types

of vehicles. To reduce the risk of

serious injury or death from a rollover or

other crash you must avoid sharp turns and

abrupt maneuvers, drive at safe speeds for

the conditions, keep tires inflated to Ford

recommended pressures, never overload

or improperly load your vehicle, and make

sure every passenger is properly restrained.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted

person is significantly more likely to

die than a person wearing a seat belt.

All occupants must wear seat belts and

children/infants must use appropriate

restraints to minimize the risk of injury or

ejection.

Do not become overconfident in the

ability of four-wheel drive vehicles.

Although a four-wheel drive vehicle

may accelerate better than a two-wheel

drive vehicle in low traction situations, it

won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive

vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed.

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Utility vehicles and trucks handle

differently than passenger cars in the

various driving conditions that are

encountered on streets, highways and

off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not

designed for cornering at speeds as high

as passenger cars any more than low-slung

sports cars are designed to perform

satisfactorily under off-road conditions.

Study your owner's manual and any

supplements for specific information about

equipment features, instructions for safe

driving and additional precautions to

reduce the risk of an accident or serious

injury.

How your vehicle differs from

other vehicles

Sport utility vehicles and trucks can differ

from some other vehicles in a few

noticeable ways. Your vehicle may be:

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• Higher - to allow higher load carrying

capacity and to allow it to travel over

rough terrain without getting hung up

or damaging underbody components.

• Shorter - to give it the capability to

approach inclines and drive over the

crest of a hill without getting hung up

or damaging underbody components.

All other things held equal, a shorter

wheelbase may make your vehicle

quicker to respond to steering inputs

than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase.

• Narrower - to provide greater

maneuverability in tight spaces,

particularly in off-road use.

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As a result of the above dimensional

differences, Sport utility vehicles and

trucks often will have a higher center of

gravity and a greater difference in center

of gravity between the loaded and

unloaded condition. These differences that

make your vehicle so versatile also make

it handle differently than an ordinary

passenger car.

TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR

KIT (If Equipped)

Note: The temporary mobility kit contains

enough sealant compound in the canister

for one tire repair only. See an authorized

Ford dealer for replacement sealant

canisters.

The kit is located under the load floor in

the trunk. The kit consists of an air

compressor to re-inflate the tire and a

canister of sealing compound that will

effectively seal most punctures caused by

nails or similar objects. This kit provides a

temporary tire repair, allowing you to drive

your vehicle up to 120 mi (200 km) at a

maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to

reach a tire service location.

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Air compressor (inside).A

Selector switch.B

On and off button.C

Air pressure gauge.D

Sealant bottle and canister.E

Dual purpose hose: air and

repair.

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Tire valve connector.G

Accessory power plug.H

Casing/housing.I

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters.J

General Information

WARNING

Failure to follow these guidelines

could result in an increased risk of

loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

Note: Do not use the kit if you have severely

damaged a tire. Only seal punctures located

within the tire tread with the kit.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger

than ¼ inch (6 millimeters) or damage to

the tire's sidewall. The tire may not

completely seal.

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect

tire performance. For this reason:

Note: Do not drive the vehicle above

50 mph (80 km/h).

Note: Do not drive further than 120 mi

(200 km). Drive only to the closest

authorized Ford dealer or tire repair shop to

have your tire inspected.

• Drive carefully and avoid abrupt

steering maneuvers.

• Periodically monitor tire inflation

pressure in the affected tire; if the tire

is losing pressure, have the vehicle

towed.

• Read the information in the Tips for

Use of the Kit section to make sure safe

operation of the kit and your vehicle.

Tips for Use of the Kit

To ensure safe operation of the kit:

• Read all instructions and cautions fully.

• Before operating the kit, make sure

your vehicle is safely off the road and

away from moving traffic. Switch on

the hazard lights.

• Always set the parking brake to ensure

the vehicle does not move

unexpectedly.

• Do not remove any foreign objects,

such as nails or screws, from the tire.

• When using the kit, leave the engine

running (only if the vehicle is outdoors

or in a well-ventilated area) so the

compressor does not drain the

vehicle's battery.

• Do not allow the compressor to

operate continuously for more than 15

minutes. This will help prevent the

compressor from overheating.

• Never leave the kit unattended during

operation.

• Sealant compound contains latex.

Those with latex sensitivities should

use appropriate precautions to avoid

an allergic reaction.

• Keep the kit away from children.

• Only use the kit when the ambient

temperature is between -22°F (-30°C)

and 158°F (70°C).

• Only use the sealing compound before

the use-by date. The use-by date is on

a label on the sealant canister, which

you can see through the rectangular

viewing window on the bottom of the

compressor. Check the use-by date

regularly and replace the canister after

four years of non-use.

• Do not store the kit unsecured inside

the passenger compartment of the

vehicle as it may cause injury during a

sudden stop or crash. Always store the

kit in its original location.

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• After sealant use, an authorized Ford

dealer must replace the tire pressure

monitoring system sensor and valve

stem on the wheel.

• Operating the kit could cause an

electrical disturbance in radio, CD and

DVD player operation.

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* When inflation only is required

for a tire or other objects, the

selector must be in the Air

position.

What to do When a Tire Is

Punctured

You can repair a tire puncture within the

tire's tread area in two stages with the kit.

• In the first stage, inflate the tire with a

sealing compound and air. After you

inflate the tire, you will need to drive

the vehicle a short distance 4 mi

(6 km) to distribute the sealant in the

tire.

• In the second stage, check the tire

pressure and adjust, if necessary, to the

vehicle's specified tire inflation

pressure.

First Stage: Inflating the Tire with

Sealing Compound and Air

WARNINGS

Do not stand directly over the kit

while inflating the tire. If you notice

any unusual bulges or deformations

in the tire's sidewall during inflation, stop

and call roadside assistance.

If the tire does not inflate to the

recommended tire pressure within

15 minutes, stop and call roadside

assistance.

Do not run the engine when

operating the air compressor unless

the vehicle is outdoors or in a

well-ventilated area.

Preparation: Park the vehicle in a safe, level

and secure area, away from moving traffic.

Switch the hazard lights on. Apply the

parking brake and switch the engine off.

Inspect the flat tire for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use

appropriate precautions to avoid any

allergic reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has

pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in

the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside

assistance.

1. Remove the valve cap from the tire

valve.

2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the back of the compressor

housing.

3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by

turning the connector clockwise.

Tighten the connection securely.

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4. Plug the power cable into the 12-volt

power point in the vehicle.

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5. Remove the warning sticker found on

the casing/housing and place it on the

top of the instrument panel or the

center of the dash.

6. Start the vehicle and leave the engine

running so the compressor does not

drain the vehicle’s battery.

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7. Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant

position. Switch the kit on by pressing

the on/off button (B).

8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on

the tire label located on the driver's

door or the door jamb area. The initial

air pressure gauge reading may indicate

a value higher than the label pressure

while you pump the sealing compound

into the tire. This is normal and should

be no reason for concern. The pressure

gauge reading will indicate the tire

inflation pressure after about 30

seconds of operation. You should

check the final tire pressure with the

compressor turned OFF in order to get

an accurate pressure reading.

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9. When the tire reaches the

recommended tire pressure, switch off

the kit, unplug the power cable, and

disconnect the hose from the tire valve.

Re-install the valve cap on the tire

valve and return the kit to the stowage

area.

10. Immediately and cautiously, drive the

vehicle 4 mi (6 km) to distribute the

sealant evenly inside the tire. Do not

exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

11. After 4 mi (6 km), stop and check the

tire pressure. See Second Stage:

Checking Tire Pressure.

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Note: If you experience any unusual

vibration, ride disturbance or noise while

driving, reduce your speed until you can

safely pull off to the side of the road to call

for roadside assistance. Note: Do not

proceed to the second stage of this

operation.

Second Stage: Checking Tire

Pressure

Note: If you are proceeding from the First

Stage: Re-inflating the Tire with Sealing

Compound and Air section and have

injected sealant in the tire and the pressure

is below 20 psi (1.4 bar), continue to the

next step.

WARNING

The power plug may get hot after use

and should be handled carefully

when unplugging.

Check the air pressure of your tires as

follows:

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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire

valve.

2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

onto the valve stem by turning

clockwise.

3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the

air position.

4. If required, switch on the compressor

and adjust the tire to the

recommended inflation pressure

shown on the tire label located on the

driver's door or door jamb area. You

should check the tire pressure with the

compressor turned OFF in order to get

an accurate pressure reading.

5. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve

cap on the tire and return the kit to the

stowage area.

What to Do After the Tire has Been

Sealed

After using the kit to seal your tire, you will

need to replace the sealant canister. You

can obtain sealant canisters and spare

parts at an authorized Ford dealer. You can

dispose of empty sealant canisters at

home. However, you should dispose of

canisters still containing liquid sealant

through your local authorized Ford dealer

or tire dealer, or in accordance with local

waste disposal regulation.

Note: After you use the sealing compound,

the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph

(80 km/h) and the maximum driving

distance is 120 mi (200 km). You should

inspect the sealed tire immediately.

You can check the tire pressure any time

within the 120 mi (200 km) by performing

the steps listed previously in the Second

Stage: Checking Tire Pressure procedure.

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Removal of the sealant canister from

the kit

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1. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the compressor housing.

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2. Unwrap the power cord.

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3. Remove the back cover.

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4. Rotate the sealant canister up 90

degrees and pull away from

casing/housing to remove.

Installation of the sealant canister to

the kit

1. With the canister held perpendicular

to the housing, insert the canister

nozzle into the connector and push

until seated.

2. Rotate the canister 90 degrees down

into the housing/casing.

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3. Snap the back cover back into place.

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4. Wrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) around the channel on the

bottom of the housing/casing.

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5. Wrap the power cord around the

housing and stow the accessory power

plug into its storage area.

Note: If you experience any difficulties with

the removal or installation of the sealant

canister, consult an authorized Ford dealer

for assistance.

Make sure you check the sealant

compound’s use-by date regularly. The

use-by date is on a label located on the

sealant canister, which you can see

through the rectangular viewing window

on the bottom of the kit. You should

replace the sealant canister after four

years of non-use.

TIRE CARE

Important Information About

Low-Profile Tires

If your vehicle is equipped with

265/40R21 tires, they are

low-profile tires. These tires and

wheels are designed to give your

vehicle a sport appearance. With

low-profile tires, you may notice

an increase in road noise and

faster tire wear, depending on

road conditions and driving styles.

Due to their design, low-profile

tires and wheels are more prone

to road damage from potholes,

rough or unpaved roads, car wash

rails and curb contact than

standard tires and wheels.

Note: Your vehicle's warranty does

not cover these types of damages.

Extra caution should be taken

when operating on rough roads to

avoid impacts that could cause

wheel and tire damage.

Important Information About

Sport Tires and Wheels

Vehicles equipped with the

optional 265/40R21 tires are

designed to enhance

performance. To continue

providing this performance, extra

care must be taken when

operating and maintaining your

vehicle.

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These low-profile

high-performance tires are

designed to optimize the driving

dynamics you expect in a sport

vehicle in both dry and wet

conditions. These tires are not

optimized for off-road or winter

(snow or cold weather)

performance; and their ride, noise,

and wear characteristics are

different than non-performance

tires. With low-profile tires, you

may notice an increase in road

noise and faster wear, depending

on road conditions and driving

habits. Also, because of their

lower profile, the tires are more

susceptible to road damage from

potholes, rough or unpaved roads,

car wash rails, and curb contact

than standard tires and wheels.

Note: Your vehicle’s warranty does

not cover these types of damages.

Extra caution should be taken

when operating on rough roads to

avoid impacts that could cause

wheel and tire damage.

The optional 265/40R21 tires were

designed for track use and may

exhibit significantly reduced tread

life and increased tire noise

compared to the standard

equipment tires under normal

driving conditions. Increasing the

front camber settings beyond the

factory settings may further

accelerate tread wear and induce

tire noise.

Note: Do not use tire chains on

your vehicle’s optional 265/40R21

tires and wheels. The use of any

type of tire chain on these tires may

damage your vehicle. See Using

Snow Chains (page 322).

Notice to Crossover Vehicle

Owners

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Crossover vehicles handle

differently than passenger cars in

the various driving conditions that

are encountered on streets,

highways and off-road. Crossover

vehicles are not designed for

cornering at speeds as high as

passenger cars any more than

low-slung sports cars are

designed to perform satisfactorily

under off-road conditions.

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Crossover vehicles have a

significantly higher rollover rate

than other types of vehicles. To

reduce this risk of serious injury or

death from a rollover or other

crash you must:

• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt

maneuvers.

• Drive at safe speeds for the

conditions.

• Keep tires properly inflated.

• Never overload or improperly

load your vehicle.

• Make sure every passenger is

properly restrained.

WARNING

In a rollover crash, an

unbelted person is

significantly more likely to die than

a person wearing a seatbelt.

Information About Uniform

Tire Quality Grading

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new

pneumatic passenger car tires.

The Tire Quality Grades can be

found where applicable on the tire

sidewall between tread shoulder

and maximum section width. For

example: Treadwear 200

Traction AA Temperature A.

These Tire Quality Grades are

determined by standards that the

United States Department of

Transportation has set.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new

pneumatic passenger car tires.

They do not apply to deep tread,

winter-type snow tires,

space-saver or temporary use

spare tires, light truck or LT type

tires, tires with nominal rim

diameters of 10 to 12 inches or

limited production tires as defined

in Title 49 Code of Federal

Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).

U.S. Department of

Transportation Tire quality

grades: The U.S. Department of

Transportation requires Ford

Motor Company to give you the

following information about tire

grades exactly as the government

has written it.

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a

comparative rating based on the

wear rate of the tire when tested

under controlled conditions on a

specified government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150

would wear 1 ½ times as well on

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the government course as a tire

graded 100. The relative

performance of tires depends

upon the actual conditions of their

use, however, and may depart

significantly from the norm due to

variations in driving habits, service

practices, and differences in road

characteristics and climate.

Traction AA A B C

WARNING

The traction grade assigned

to this tire is based on

straight-ahead braking traction

tests, and does not include

acceleration, cornering,

hydroplaning or peak traction

characteristics.

The traction grades, from highest

to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The

grades represent the tire’s ability

to stop on wet pavement as

measured under controlled

conditions on specified

government test surfaces of

asphalt and concrete. A tire

marked C may have poor traction

performance.

Temperature A B C

WARNING

The temperature grade for

this tire is established for a

tire that is properly inflated and

not overloaded. Excessive speed,

underinflation, or excessive

loading, either separately or in

combination, can cause heat

buildup and possible tire failure.

The temperature grades are A

(the highest), B and C,

representing the tire’s resistance

to the generation of heat and its

ability to dissipate heat when

tested under controlled conditions

on a specified indoor laboratory

test wheel. Sustained high

temperature can cause the

material of the tire to degenerate

and reduce tire life, and excessive

temperature can lead to sudden

tire failure. The grade C

corresponds to a level of

performance which all passenger

car tires must meet under the

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Standard No. 139. Grades B and A

represent higher levels of

performance on the laboratory

test wheel than the minimum

required by law.

Glossary of Tire Terminology

*Tire label: A label showing the

original equipment tire sizes,

recommended inflation pressure

and the maximum weight the

vehicle can carry.

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*Tire Identification Number

(TIN): A number on the sidewall

of each tire providing information

about the tire brand and

manufacturing plant, tire size and

date of manufacture. Also referred

to as DOT code.

*Inflation pressure: A measure

of the amount of air in a tire.

*Standard load: A class of

P-metric or Metric tires designed

to carry a maximum load at set

pressure. For example: for

P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and

for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5 bar).

Increasing the inflation pressure

beyond this pressure will not

increase the tire’s load-carrying

capability.

*Extra load: A class of P-metric

or Metric tires designed to carry a

heavier maximum load at 42 psi

(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation

pressure beyond this pressure will

not increase the tire’s

load-carrying capability.

*kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of

air pressure.

*PSI: Pounds per square inch, a

standard unit of air pressure.

*Cold tire pressure: The tire

pressure when the vehicle has

been stationary and out of direct

sunlight for an hour or more and

prior to the vehicle being driven for

1 mile (1.6 kilometers).

*Recommended inflation

pressure: The cold inflation

pressure found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position) or Tire Label located on

the B-Pillar or the edge of the

driver’s door.

* B-pillar: The structural member

at the side of the vehicle behind

the front door.

*Bead area of the tire: Area of

the tire next to the rim.

* Sidewall of the tire: Area

between the bead area and the

tread.

*Tread area of the tire: Area of

the perimeter of the tire that

contacts the road when mounted

on the vehicle.

*Rim: The metal support (wheel)

for a tire or a tire and tube

assembly upon which the tire

beads are seated.

Information Contained on the

Tire Sidewall

Both United States and Canada

Federal regulations require tire

manufacturers to place

standardized information on the

sidewall of all tires. This

information identifies and

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describes the fundamental

characteristics of the tire and also

provides a U.S. DOT Tire

Identification Number for safety

standard certification and in case

of a recall.

Information on P Type Tires

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P215/65R15 95H is an example of

a tire size, load index and speed

rating. The definitions of these

items are listed below. (Note that

the tire size, load index and speed

rating for your vehicle may be

different from this example.)

A. P: Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,

that may be used for service on

cars, sport utility vehicles,

minivans and light trucks. Note: If

your tire size does not begin with

a letter this may mean it is

designated by either the European

Tire and Rim Technical

Organization or the Japan Tire

Manufacturing Association.

B. 215: Indicates the nominal

width of the tire in millimeters

from sidewall edge to sidewall

edge. In general, the larger the

number, the wider the tire.

C. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of

height to width.

D. R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change

your wheel size, you will have to

purchase new tires to match the

new wheel diameter.

F. 95: Indicates the tire's load

index. It is an index that relates to

how much weight a tire can carry.

You may find this information in

your owner’s manual. If not,

contact a local tire dealer.

Note: You may not find this

information on all tires because it

is not required by federal law.

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G. H: Indicates the tire's speed

rating. The speed rating denotes

the speed at which a tire is

designed to be driven for extended

periods of time under a standard

condition of load and inflation

pressure. The tires on your vehicle

may operate at different

conditions for load and inflation

pressure. These speed ratings may

need to be adjusted for the

difference in conditions. The

ratings range from 81 mph

(130 km/h) to 186 mph

(299 km/h). These ratings are

listed in the following chart.

Note: You may not find this

information on all tires because it

is not required by federal law.

Speed ratingLetter

rating

81 mph (130 km/h)M

87 mph (140 km/h)N

99 mph (159 km/h)Q

106 mph (171 km/h)R

112 mph (180 km/h)S

118 mph (190 km/h)T

124 mph (200 km/h)U

130 mph (210 km/h)H

149 mph (240 km/h)V

Speed ratingLetter

rating

168 mph (270 km/h)W

186 mph (299 km/h)Y

Note: For tires with a maximum

speed capability over 149 mph

(240 km/h), tire manufacturers

sometimes use the letters ZR. For

those with a maximum speed

capability over 186 mph (299

km/h), tire manufacturers always

use the letters ZR.

H. U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number (TIN): This begins with

the letters DOT and indicates that

the tire meets all federal

standards. The next two numbers

or letters are the plant code

designating where it was

manufactured, the next two are

the tire size code and the last four

numbers represent the week and

year the tire was built. For

example, the numbers 317 mean

the 31st week of 1997. After 2000

the numbers go to four digits. For

example, 2501 means the 25th

week of 2001. The numbers in

between are identification codes

used for traceability. This

information is used to contact

customers if a tire defect requires

a recall.

I. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or

AT: All Terrain, or

AS: All Season.

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J. Tire Ply Composition and

Material Used: Indicates the

number of plies or the number of

layers of rubber-coated fabric in

the tire tread and sidewall. Tire

manufacturers also must indicate

the ply materials in the tire and the

sidewall, which include steel,

nylon, polyester, and others.

K. Maximum Load: Indicates the

maximum load in kilograms and

pounds that can be carried by the

tire. See the Safety Compliance

Certification Label (affixed to

either the door hinge pillar,

door-latch post, or the door edge

that meets the door-latch post,

next to the driver's seating

position), for the correct tire

pressure for your vehicle.

L. Treadwear, Traction and

Temperature Grades:

*Treadwear The treadwear grade

is a comparative rating based on

the wear rate of the tire when

tested under controlled conditions

on a specified government test

course. For example, a tire graded

150 would wear one and one-half

times as well on the government

course as a tire graded 100.

*Traction: The traction grades,

from highest to lowest are AA, A,

B, and C. The grades represent the

tire's ability to stop on wet

pavement as measured under

controlled conditions on specified

government test surfaces of

asphalt and concrete. A tire

marked C may have poor traction

performance.

*Temperature: The temperature

grades are A (the highest), B and

C, representing the tire's

resistance to the generation of

heat and its ability to dissipate

heat when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified indoor

laboratory test wheel.

M. Maximum Inflation

Pressure: Indicates the tire

manufacturer's maximum

permissible pressure, or the

pressure at which the maximum

load can be carried by the tire. This

pressure is normally higher than

the vehicle manufacturer's

recommended cold inflation

pressure, which can be found on

the Safety Compliance

Certification Label (affixed to

either the door hinge pillar,

door-latch post, or the door edge

that meets the door-latch post,

next to the driver's seating

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

of the driver’s door. The cold

inflation pressure should never be

set lower than the recommended

pressure on the vehicle label.

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The tire suppliers may have

additional markings, notes or

warnings such as standard load

or radial tubeless.

Additional Information

Contained on the Tire Sidewall

for LT Type Tires

Note: Tire Quality Grades do not

apply to this type of tire.

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LT type tires have some additional

information beyond those of P

type tires. These differences are

described below.

A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association,

that is intended for service on light

trucks.

B. Load Range and Load

Inflation Limits: Indicates the

tire's load-carrying capabilities

and its inflation limits.

C. Maximum Load Dual lb (kg)

at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the

maximum load and tire pressure

when the tire is used as a dual,

defined as four tires on the rear

axle (a total of six or more tires on

the vehicle).

D. Maximum Load Single lb

(kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates

the maximum load and tire

pressure when the tire is used as

a single, defined as two tires

(total) on the rear axle.

Information on T Type Tires

T145/80D16 is an example of a

tire size.

Note: The temporary tire size for

your vehicle may be different from

this example. Tire Quality Grades

do not apply to this type of tire.

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T type tires have some additional

information beyond those of P

type tires. These differences are

described below.

A. T: Indicates a type of tire,

designated by the Tire and Rim

Association, that is intended for

temporary service on cars,

sport-utility vehicles, minivans and

light trucks.

B. 145: Indicates the nominal

width of the tire in millimeters

from sidewall edge to sidewall

edge. In general, the larger the

number, the wider the tire.

C. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio,

which gives the tire's ratio of

height to width. Numbers of 70 or

lower indicate a short sidewall.

D. D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.

R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim

diameter in inches. If you change

your wheel size, you will have to

purchase new tires to match the

new wheel diameter.

Location of the Tire Label

You will find a Tire Label

containing tire inflation pressure

by tire size and other important

information located on the B-Pillar

or the edge of the driver’s door.

Inflating Your Tires

Safe operation of your vehicle

requires that your tires are

properly inflated. Remember that

a tire can lose up to half of its air

pressure without appearing flat.

Every day before you drive, check

your tires. If one looks lower than

the others, use a tire gauge to

check pressure of all tires and

adjust if required.

At least once a month and before

long trips, inspect each tire and

check the tire pressure with a tire

gauge (including spare, if

equipped). Inflate all tires to the

inflation pressure recommended

by Ford Motor Company.

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You are strongly urged to buy a

reliable tire pressure gauge, as

automatic service station gauges

may be inaccurate. Ford

recommends the use of a digital

or dial-type tire pressure gauge

rather than a stick-type tire

pressure gauge.

Use the recommended cold

inflation pressure for optimum tire

performance and wear.

Under-inflation or over-inflation

may cause uneven treadwear

patterns.

WARNING

Under-inflation is the most

common cause of tire failures

and may result in severe tire

cracking, tread separation or

blowout, with unexpected loss of

vehicle control and increased risk

of injury. Under-inflation increases

sidewall flexing and rolling

resistance, resulting in heat

buildup and internal damage to

the tire. It also may result in

unnecessary tire stress, irregular

wear, loss of vehicle control and

accidents. A tire can lose up to

half of its air pressure and not

appear to be flat!

Always inflate your tires to the

Ford recommended inflation

pressure even if it is less than the

maximum inflation pressure

information found on the tire. The

Ford recommended tire inflation

pressure is found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

of the driver’s door. Failure to

follow the tire pressure

recommendations can cause

uneven treadwear patterns and

adversely affect the way your

vehicle handles.

Maximum Inflation Pressure is

the tire manufacturer's maximum

permissible pressure and the

pressure at which the maximum

load can be carried by the tire. This

pressure is normally higher than

the manufacturer’s recommended

cold inflation pressure, which can

be found on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), or Tire Label which is

located on the B-Pillar or the edge

of the driver’s door. The cold

inflation pressure should never be

set lower than the recommended

pressure on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label or

Tire Label.

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When weather temperature

changes occur, tire inflation

pressures also change. A 10°F

(6°C) temperature drop can

cause a corresponding drop of

1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure.

Check your tire pressures

frequently and adjust them to the

proper pressure which can be

found on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label or Tire Label.

To check the pressure in your

tire(s):

1. Make sure the tires are cool,

meaning they are not hot from

driving even a mile.

Note: If you are checking tire

pressure when the tire is hot, (for

example, driven more than 1 mile

[1.6 kilometers], never bleed or

reduce air pressure. The tires are

hot from driving and it is normal for

pressures to increase above

recommended cold pressures. A

hot tire at or below recommended

cold inflation pressure could be

significantly under-inflated.

Note: If you have to drive a

distance to get air for your tire(s),

check and record the tire pressure

first and add the appropriate air

pressure when you get to the

pump. It is normal for tires to heat

up and the air pressure inside to go

up as you drive.

2. Remove the cap from the valve

on one tire, then firmly press the

tire gauge onto the valve and

measure the pressure.

3. Add enough air to reach the

recommended air pressure.

Note: If you overfill the tire, release

air by pressing on the metal stem

in the center of the valve. Then

recheck the pressure with your tire

gauge.

4. Replace the valve cap.

5. Repeat this procedure for each

tire, including the spare.

Note: Some spare tires operate at

a higher inflation pressure than the

other tires. For T type mini-spare

tires, see the Dissimilar Spare

Wheel and Tire Assembly section.

Store and maintain at 60 psi

(4.15 bar). For full-size and

dissimilar spare tires, see the

Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire

Assembly Information section.

Store and maintain at the higher of

the front and rear inflation pressure

as shown on the Tire Label.

6. Visually inspect the tires to

make sure there are no nails or

other objects embedded that

could poke a hole in the tire and

cause an air leak.

7. Check the sidewalls to make

sure there are no gouges, cuts or

bulges.

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Inspecting Your Tires and

Wheel Valve Stems

Periodically inspect the tire treads

for uneven or excessive wear and

remove objects such as stones,

nails or glass that may be wedged

in the tread grooves. Check the tire

and valve stems for holes, cracks,

or cuts that may permit air

leakage and repair or replace the

tire and replace the valve stem.

Inspect the tire sidewalls for

cracking, cuts, bruises and other

signs of damage or excessive

wear. If internal damage to the tire

is suspected, have the tire

demounted and inspected in case

it needs to be repaired or replaced.

For your safety, tires that are

damaged or show signs of

excessive wear should not be used

because they are more likely to

blow out or fail.

Improper or inadequate vehicle

maintenance can cause tires to

wear abnormally. Inspect all your

tires, including the spare,

frequently, and replace them if

one or more of the following

conditions exist:

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When the tread is worn down to

one sixteenth of an inch (2

millimeters), tires must be

replaced to help prevent your

vehicle from skidding and

hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear

indicators, or wear bars, which

look like narrow strips of smooth

rubber across the tread will

appear on the tire when the tread

is worn down to one sixteenth of

an inch (2 millimeters).

When the tire tread wears down

to the same height as these wear

bars, the tire is worn out and must

be replaced.

Damage

Periodically inspect the tire treads

and sidewalls for damage (such

as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,

cracks in the tread groove and

separation in the tread or

sidewall). If damage is observed

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or suspected have the tire

inspected by a tire professional.

Tires can be damaged during

off-road use, so inspection after

off-road use is also

recommended.

Age

WARNING

Tires degrade over time

depending on many factors

such as weather, storage

conditions, and conditions of use

(load, speed, inflation pressure)

the tires experience throughout

their lives.

You should replace your spare tire

when you replace the road tires or

after six years due to aging even if

it has not been used.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number

Both United States and Canada

Federal regulations require tire

manufacturers to place

standardized information on the

sidewall of all tires. This

information identifies and

describes the fundamental

characteristics of the tire and also

provides a U.S. DOT Tire

Identification Number for safety

standard certification and in case

of a recall.

This begins with the letters DOT

and indicates that the tire meets

all federal standards. The next

two numbers or letters are the

plant code designating where it

was manufactured, the next two

are the tire size code and the last

four numbers represent the week

and year the tire was built. For

example, the numbers 317 mean

the 31st week of 1997. After 2000

the numbers go to four digits. For

example, 2501 means the 25th

week of 2001. The numbers in

between are identification codes

used for traceability. This

information is used to contact

customers if a tire defect requires

a recall.

Tire Replacement

Requirements

Your vehicle is equipped with tires

designed to provide a safe ride

and handling capability.

WARNINGS

Only use replacement tires

and wheels that are the same

size, load index, speed rating and

type (such as P-metric versus

LT-metric or all-season versus

all-terrain) as those originally

provided by Ford. The

recommended tire and wheel size

may be found on either the Safety

Compliance Certification Label

(affixed to either the door hinge

pillar, door-latch post, or the door

edge that meets the door-latch

post, next to the driver's seating

position), or the Tire Label which

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WARNINGS

is located on the B-Pillar or edge

of the driver's door. If this

information is not found on these

labels, then you should contact

your authorized dealer as soon as

possible. Use of any tire or wheel

not recommended by Ford can

affect the safety and performance

of your vehicle, which could result

in an increased risk of loss of

vehicle control, vehicle rollover,

personal injury and death.

To reduce the risk of serious

injury, when mounting

replacement tires and wheels, you

should not exceed the maximum

pressure indicated on the sidewall

of the tire to set the beads without

additional precautions listed

below. If the beads do not seat at

the maximum pressure indicated,

re-lubricate and try again.

When inflating the tire for

mounting pressures up to

20 psi (136 kPa) greater than the

maximum pressure on the tire

sidewall, the following

precautions must be taken to

protect the person mounting the

tire:

1. Make sure that you have the

correct tire and wheel size.

2. Lubricate the tire bead and

wheel bead seat area again.

3. Stand at a minimum of 12 ft

(3.66 m) away from the wheel

and tire assembly.

WARNINGS

4. Use both eye and ear

protection.

For a mounting pressure more

than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than

the maximum pressure, a Ford

dealer or other tire service

professional should do the

mounting.

Always inflate steel carcass tires

with a remote air fill with the

person inflating standing at a

minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away

from the wheel and tire assembly.

Important: Remember to replace

the wheel valve stems when the

road tires are replaced on your

vehicle.

The two front tires or two rear tires

should generally be replaced as a

pair.

The tire pressure sensors mounted

in the wheels (originally installed

on your vehicle) are not designed

to be used in aftermarket wheels.

The use of wheels or tires not

recommended by Ford Motor

Company may affect the

operation of your tire pressure

monitoring system.

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If the tire pressure monitoring

system indicator is flashing, the

system is malfunctioning. Your

replacement tire might be

incompatible with your tire

pressure monitoring system, or

some component of the system

may be damaged.

Safety Practices

WARNINGS

If your vehicle is stuck in

snow, mud or sand, do not

rapidly spin the tires; spinning the

tires can tear the tire and cause

an explosion. A tire can explode in

as little as three to five seconds.

Do not spin the wheels at

over 34 mph (55 km/h). The

tires may fail and injure a

passenger or bystander.

Driving habits have a great deal

to do with your tire mileage and

safety.

*Observe posted speed limits

*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns

*Avoid potholes and objects on

the road

*Do not run over curbs or hit the

tire against a curb when parking

Highway Hazards

No matter how carefully you drive

there’s always the possibility that

you may eventually have a flat tire

on the highway. Drive slowly to the

closest safe area out of traffic.

This may further damage the flat

tire, but your safety is more

important.

If you feel a sudden vibration or

ride disturbance while driving, or

you suspect your tire or vehicle

has been damaged, immediately

reduce your speed. Drive with

caution until you can safely pull

off the road. Stop and inspect the

tires for damage. If you cannot

detect a cause, have the vehicle

towed to the nearest repair facility

or tire dealer to have the vehicle

inspected.

Tire and Wheel Alignment

A bad jolt from hitting a curb or

pothole can cause the front end

of your vehicle to become

misaligned or cause damage to

your tires. If your vehicle seems to

pull to one side when you’re

driving, the wheels may be out of

alignment. Have an authorized

dealer check the wheel alignment

periodically.

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Wheel misalignment in the front

or the rear can cause uneven and

rapid treadwear of your tires and

should be corrected by an

authorized dealer. Front-wheel

drive vehicles and those with an

independent rear suspension may

require alignment of all four

wheels.

The tires should also be balanced

periodically. An unbalanced tire

and wheel assembly may result in

irregular tire wear.

Tire Rotation

Note: If your tires show uneven

wear ask an authorized dealer to

check for and correct any wheel

misalignment, tire imbalance or

mechanical problem involved

before tire rotation.

Note: Your vehicle may be

equipped with a dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly. A

dissimilar spare wheel and tire

assembly is defined as a spare

wheel and tire assembly that is

different in brand, size or

appearance from the road tires and

wheels. If you have a dissimilar

spare wheel and tire assembly it is

intended for temporary use only

and should not be used in a tire

rotation.

Note: After having your tires

rotated, inflation pressure must be

checked and adjusted to the

vehicle requirements.

Rotating your tires at the

recommended interval (as

indicated in the scheduled

maintenance information) will

help your tires wear more evenly,

providing better tire performance

and longer tire life. Sometime

irregular tire wear can be

corrected by rotating the tires.

Front-wheel drive and All-wheel

drive vehicles (front tires on the

left side of the diagram).

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USING SUMMER TIRES (If

Equipped)

Summer tires provide superior

performance on wet and dry roads.

Summer tires do not have the Mud and

Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on

the tire side wall. Since summer tires do

not have the same traction performance

as All-season or Snow tires, we do not

recommend using summer tires when

temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or

below (depending on tire wear and

environmental conditions) or in snow and

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ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire

performance is affected by tire wear and

environmental conditions. If you must drive

in those conditions, we recommend using

Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or

Snow tires.

Always store your summer tires indoors at

temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The

rubber compounds used in these tires lose

flexibility and may develop surface cracks

in the tread area at temperatures below

19°F (-7°C). If the tires have been

subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm

them in a heated space to at least 41°F

(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing

them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle

with the tires installed, or checking tire

inflation. Do not place tires near heaters

or heating devices used to warm the room

where the tires are stored. Do not apply

heat or blow heated air directly on the tires.

Always inspect the tires after storage

periods and before use.

USING SNOW CHAINS

WARNING

Snow tires must be the same size,

load index, speed rating as those

originally provided by Ford. Use of

any tire or wheel not recommended by

Ford can affect the safety and

performance of your vehicle, which could

result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle

control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and

death. Additionally, the use of

non-recommended tires and wheels could

cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer

case or power transfer unit failure.

The tires on your vehicle may have

all-weather treads to provide traction in

rain and snow. However, in some climates,

you may need to use snow tires and cables.

Your vehicle may not be compatible with

snow chain or cable usage with the

factory-fitted wheels and tires.

Follow these guidelines when using snow

tires and traction device:

• If possible, avoid fully loading your

vehicle.

• Purchase chains or cables from a

manufacturer that clearly labels body

to tire dimension restrictions.

• Use no larger than 10 mm cables or

chains ONLY on the front axle with

235/60R18 tires. Do not use chains or

cables on any other size tires.

• The snow chains or cables must be

mounted in pairs on the front axle.

• When driving with tire cables, do not

exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or the

maximum speed recommended by the

chain manufacturer, whichever is less.

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables

rub or bang against the vehicle, stop

and re-tighten them. If this does not

work, remove the cables to prevent

vehicle damage.

• Remove the cables when you no longer

need them. Do not use cables on dry

roads.

• If a temporary spare tire is mounted on

your vehicle, do not use snow chains

on the axle with the temporary spare

tire.

If you have any questions regarding snow

chains or cables, please contact an

authorized dealer.

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING

SYSTEM

WARNING

The tire pressure monitoring system

is not a substitute for manually

checking tire pressures. You should

periodically check tire pressures using a

pressure gauge. Failure to correctly

maintain tire pressures could increase the

risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle

rollover and personal injury.

Note: You should only use tire sealants in

roadside emergencies as they may cause

damage to the tire pressure monitoring

system sensor.

Note: If the tire pressure monitoring system

sensor becomes damaged, it may not

function.

Each tire, including the spare (if

provided), should be checked

monthly when cold and inflated

to the inflation pressure recommended by

the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If

your vehicle has tires of a different size

than the size indicated on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label, you

should determine the proper tire inflation

pressure for those tires).

As an added safety feature, your vehicle

has been equipped with a Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) that

illuminates a low tire pressure telltale

when one or more of your tires is

significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,

when the low tire pressure telltale

illuminates, you should stop and check

your tires as soon as possible, and inflate

them to the proper pressure. Driving on a

significantly under-inflated tire causes the

tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency

and tire tread life, and may affect the

vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a

substitute for proper tire maintenance, and

it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain

correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation

has not reached the level to trigger

illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure

telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with

a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate

when the system is not operating properly.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is

combined with the low tire pressure

telltale. When the system detects a

malfunction, the telltale will flash for

approximately one minute and then remain

continuously illuminated. This sequence

will continue upon subsequent vehicle

start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

When the malfunction indicator is

illuminated, the system may not be able

to detect or signal low tire pressure as

intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur

for a variety of reasons, including the

installation of replacement or alternate

tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent

the TPMS from functioning properly.

Always check the TPMS malfunction

telltale after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the

replacement or alternate tires and wheels

allow the TPMS to continue to function

properly.

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules and with License exempt RSS

Standards of Industry Canada. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

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2. This device must accept any

interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Note: Changes or modifications not

expressively approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the

user's authority to operate the equipment.

The term "IC:" before the radio certification

number only signifies that Industry Canada

technical specifications were met.

Changing Tires With a Tire

Pressure Monitoring System

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Note: Each road tire is equipped with a tire

pressure sensor located inside the wheel

and tire assembly cavity. The pressure

sensor is attached to the valve stem. The

pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is

not visible unless the tire is removed. Take

care when changing the tire to avoid

damaging the sensor.

You should always have your tires serviced

by an authorized dealer.

Check the tire pressure periodically (at

least monthly) using an accurate tire

gauge. See When Inflating Your Tires in

this chapter.

Understanding Your Tire Pressure

Monitoring System

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The tire pressure monitoring system

measures pressure in your road tires and

sends the tire pressure readings to your

vehicle. You can view the tire pressure

readings through the information display.

See General Information (page 102).The

low tire pressure warning light will turn on

if the tire pressure is significantly low. Once

the light is illuminated, your tires are

under-inflated and need to be inflated to

the manufacturer’s recommended tire

pressure. Even if the light turns on and a

short time later turns off, your tire pressure

still needs to be checked.

When Your Temporary Spare Tire is

Installed

When one of your road tires needs to be

replaced with the temporary spare, the

system will continue to identify an issue to

remind you that the damaged road wheel

and tire assembly needs to be repaired and

put back on your vehicle.

To restore the full function of the tire

pressure monitoring system, have the

damaged road wheel and tire assembly

repaired and remounted on your vehicle.

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When You Believe Your System is Not

Operating Properly

The main function of the tire pressure

monitoring system is to warn you when

your tires need air. It can also warn you in

the event the system is no longer capable

of functioning as intended. See the

following chart for information concerning

your tire pressure monitoring system:

Customer action requiredPossible cause

Low tire pressure

warning light

Make sure tires are at the proper pres-

sure. See Inflating your tires in this

chapter. After inflating your tires to the

manufacturer’s recommended pressure

as shown on the Tire Label (located on

the edge of driver’s door or the B-Pillar),

the vehicle must be driven for at least

two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h)

before the light turns off.

Tire(s) under-inflated

Solid warning light Repair the damaged road wheel and tire

assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle

to restore system function. For a

description on how the system functions,

see When Your Temporary Spare Tire

is Installed in this section.

Spare tire in use

If the tires are properly inflated and the

spare tire is not in use but the light

remains on, contact your authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

TPMS malfunction

Repair the damaged road wheel and tire

assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle

to restore system function. For a

description on how the system functions,

see When Your Temporary Spare Tire

is Installed in this section.

Spare tire in use

Flashing warning

light

If the tires are properly inflated and the

spare tire is not in use but the light

remains on, contact your authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

TPMS malfunction

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When Inflating Your Tires

WARNING

Do not use the tire pressure

displayed in the information display

as a tire pressure gauge. Failure to

follow this instruction could result in

personal injury or death.

When putting air into your tires (such as at

a gas station or in your garage), the tire

pressure monitoring system may not

respond immediately to the air added to

your tires.

It may take up to two minutes of driving

over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn

off after you have filled your tires to the

recommended inflation pressure.

How Temperature Affects Your Tire

Pressure

The tire pressure monitoring system

monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic

tire. While driving in a normal manner, a

typical passenger tire inflation pressure

may increase about 2–4 psi (14–28 kPa)

from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is

stationary overnight with the outside

temperature significantly lower than the

daytime temperature, the tire pressure may

decrease about 3 psi (21 kPa) for a drop of

30°F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This

lower pressure value may be detected by

the tire pressure monitoring system as

being significantly lower than the

recommended inflation pressure and

activate the system warning light for low

tire pressure. If the low tire pressure

warning light is on, visually check each tire

to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more

tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check

the air pressure in the road tires. If any tire

is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle

to the nearest location where air can be

added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to

the recommended inflation pressure.

CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL

WARNINGS

Do not use tire sealants as they may

damage the tire pressure monitoring

system.

If the tire pressure monitor sensor

becomes damaged it may not

function.

Note: The use of tire sealant may damage

your tire pressure monitoring system and

should only be used in roadside

emergencies. If you must use a sealant, the

Ford Tire Mobility Kit sealant should be

used. The tire pressure monitoring system

sensor and valve stem on the wheel must

be replaced by an authorized dealer after

use of the sealant.

Note: The tire pressure monitoring system

indicator light will illuminate when the spare

tire is in use. To restore the full function of

the monitoring system, all road wheels

equipped with tire pressure monitoring

sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.

If you get a flat tire while driving, do not

apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually

decrease your speed. Hold the steering

wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe

place on the side of the road.

Have a flat serviced by an authorized

dealer in order to prevent damage to the

tire pressure monitoring system sensors.

See Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(page 323). Replace the spare tire with a

road tire as soon as possible. During

repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have

an authorized dealer inspect the tire

pressure monitoring system sensor for

damage.

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Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire

Assembly Information

WARNING

Failure to follow these guidelines

could result in an increased risk of

loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and

tire, then it is intended for temporary use

only. This means that if you need to use it,

you should replace it as soon as possible

with a road wheel and tire assembly that

is the same size and type as the road tires

and wheels that were originally provided

by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel

is damaged, it should be replaced rather

than repaired.

A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly

is defined as a spare wheel and tire

assembly that is different in brand, size or

appearance from the road tires and wheels

and can be one of three types:

1. T-type mini-spare: This spare tire

begins with the letter T for tire size and

may have Temporary Use Only molded in

the sidewall.

2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label

on wheel: This spare tire has a label on

the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND

TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE

ONLY.

When driving with one of the dissimilar

spare tires listed above, do not:

• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

• Load the vehicle beyond maximum

vehicle load rating listed on the Safety

Compliance Label.

• Tow a trailer.

• Use snow chains on the end of the

vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire

at a time.

• Use commercial car washing

equipment.

• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires

listed above at any one wheel location can

lead to impairment of the following:

• Handling, stability and braking

performance.

• Comfort and noise.

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.

• Winter weather driving capability.

• Wet weather driving capability.

• All-wheel driving capability (if

applicable).

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without

label on wheel

When driving with the full-size dissimilar

spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:

• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).

• Use more than one dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly at a time.

• Use commercial car washing

equipment.

• Use snow chains on the end of the

vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel

and tire assembly.

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly can lead to

impairment of the following:

• Handling, stability and braking

performance.

• Comfort and noise.

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.

• Winter weather driving capability.

• Wet weather driving capability.

• All-wheel driving capability.

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When driving with the full-size dissimilar

spare wheel and tire assembly additional

caution should be given to:

• Towing a trailer.

• Driving vehicles equipped with a

camper body.

• Driving vehicles with a load on the

cargo rack.

Drive cautiously when using a full-size

dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly

and seek service as soon as possible.

Tire Change Procedure (If Equipped)

WARNINGS

When one of the front wheels is off

the ground, the transmission alone

will not prevent the vehicle from

moving or slipping off the jack, even if the

transmission is in park (P).

To help prevent your vehicle from

moving when changing a wheel, shift

the transmission into park (P), set

the parking brake and use an appropriate

block or wheel chock to secure the wheel

diagonally opposite to the wheel being

changed. For example, when changing the

front left wheel, place an appropriate block

or wheel chock on the right rear wheel.

No person should place any portion

of their body under a vehicle that is

supported by a jack.

Do not attempt to change a tire on

the side of the vehicle close to

moving traffic. Pull far enough off the

road to avoid the danger of being hit when

operating the jack or changing the wheel.

Always use the jack provided as

original equipment with your vehicle.

If using a jack other than the one

provided, make sure the jack capacity is

adequate for the vehicle weight, including

any vehicle cargo or modifications. If you

are unsure if the jack capacity is adequate,

contact the authorized dealer.

WARNINGS

Make sure there is no grease or oil on

the threads or the surface between

the wheel lugs and nuts. This can

cause the lug nuts to loosen while driving.

Note: Passengers should not remain in your

vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

1. Park on a level surface, set the parking

brake and activate the hazard flashers.

2. Place the transmission in park (P) and

turn the engine off.

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3. Block both the front and rear of the

wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire.

For example, if the left front tire is flat,

block the right rear wheel.

4. Lift and remove the carpeted load floor

panel to access the minispare and jack

kit.

5. Remove the steel winged washer nut

securing the spare tire by turning it

counterclockwise.

6. Remove the spare tire from the spare

tire compartment.

7. Remove plastic wing nut and jack and

lug wrench assembly. Detach lug

wrench from jack by turning the jack

hex nut drive screw counterclockwise.

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8. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half

turn counterclockwise, but do not

remove them until the wheel is raised

off the ground.

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9. The vehicle jacking points are depicted

by arrows on the underside of the

vehicle at the locations shown above.

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10. Find the arrows embossed on the

vehicle downward flange next to the

tire you are changing. Position the

jack so that the vehicle downward

flange rests in the jack saddle flange

between the arrows, as shown above.

Raise the vehicle by using the lug

wrench to turn the jack nut clockwise.

Once the flat tire is raised above the

ground, remove the lug nuts with the

lug wrench.

11. Replace the flat tire with the spare

tire, making sure the valve stem is

facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts

until the wheel is snug against the

hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts

until the wheel has been lowered.

12. Lower the wheel by turning the jack

handle counterclockwise.

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13. Remove the jack and fully tighten the

lug nuts in the order shown. See

Technical Specifications (page

331).

14. Fold up the wrench/jack handle and

re-attach to the jack. Re-position

jack/wrench assembly into the

original vehicle position and secure

with the plastic wing nut. Make sure

the jack is fastened securely before

you drive.

15. Unblock the wheel.

Stowing the flat tire

You cannot store the full-sized road wheel

in the temporary spare tire well.

1. Find the flat tire retainer strap tucked

inside the jack channel. Lower the

carpeted load floor.

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2. Stow the flat tire in the cargo area on

the load floor with the wheel facing up.

Secure the flat tire with the retainer

strap by following the next steps.

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3. Locate the rear left side and right side

cargo tie-down rings. Push the loop end

of the retainer strap through one cargo

tie-down ring. Thread the non-loop end

through the loop.

4. Weave the retainer strap through the

wheel openings.

5. Locate the cargo tie-down in the

opposite rear corner of the cargo area.

Thread the retainer strap though the

tie-down and pull tight.

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6. Secure the flat tire by tying a 2-half

hitch knot.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications

WARNING

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials

present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub,

brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners

that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting

surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the

wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off

while your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.

(Nm)*Bolt size

162 (220 Nm)M14 x 1.5

*Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford

recommended replacement fasteners.

Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any

wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).

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Wheel pilot boreA

Inspect the wheel pilot hole and

mounting surface prior to installation.

Remove any visible corrosion or loose

particles.

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