Get Maintenance -> Checking and Maintaining Tyres Guide for Honda Jazz 4 Door Third Generation (2016-2020)

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Checking and Maintaining Tyres

Checking Tyres

To safely operate your vehicle, your tyres must be of the proper type and size, in

good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.

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WARNING

■ Inflation guidelines

Properly inflated tyres provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and

comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label for the specified pressure.

Using tyres that are excessively worn or

improperly inflated can cause a crash in

which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s

manual regarding tyre inflation and

maintenance.

Underinflated tyres wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and

are more likely to fail from overheating.

Overinflated tyres make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,

and wear unevenly.

Measure the air pressure when tyres are cold. This

means the vehicle has been parked for at least three

hours, or driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile). If

necessary, add or release air until the specified

pressure is reached.

Every day before you drive, look at each of the tyres. If one looks lower than the

others, check the pressure with a tyre gauge.

At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in

all tyres, including the spare^*. Even tyres in good condition can lose 10-20 kPa

(0.1-0.2 kgf/cm², 1-2 psi) per month.

If checked when hot, tyre pressure can be as much as

30–40 kPa (0.3–0.4 kgf/cm², 4–6 psi) higher than if

checked when cold.

Have a dealer check the tyres if you feel a consistent

vibration while driving. New tyres and any that have

been removed and reinstalled should be properly

balanced.

Whenever tyre pressure is adjusted, you must

calibrate the Deflation Warning System.

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uuChecking and Maintaining TyresuChecking Tyres

■ Inspection guidelines

Every time you check inflation, also examine the tyres and valve stems.

Look for:

1Checking Tyres

High speed driving

Models with 185/55 R16 tyres

• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tyre if you find any cuts,

splits, or cracks in the side of the tyre. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.

• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.

• Uneven tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.

• Excessive tread wear.

We recommend that you do not drive faster than the

posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive

at sustained high speeds (over 160 km/h/100 mph),

adjust the cold tyre pressures as shown below to

avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tyre failure.

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Tyre Size

Pressure

185/55R16 83H

Front: 240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm², 35 psi)

Rear: 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm², 33 psi)

• Cracks or other damage around valve stem.

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uuChecking and Maintaining TyresuWear Indicators

Wear Indicators

The groove where the wear indicator is

Example of a Wear

Indicator mark

located is 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) shallower than

elsewhere on the tyre. If the tread has worn so

that the indicator is exposed, replace the tyre.

Worn out tyres have poor traction on wet

roads.

Tyre Service Life

The life of your tyres is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road

conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and

environmental conditions (even when the tyres are not in use).

In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is

recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tyres reach five

years old. All tyres, including the spare^*, should be removed from service after 10

years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear.

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uuChecking and Maintaining TyresuTyre and Wheel Replacement

Tyre and Wheel Replacement

1Tyre and Wheel Replacement

Replace your tyres with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and

maximum cold tyre pressure rating (as shown on the tyre’s sidewall). Using tyres of

a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems such as the ABS

and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)^*system to work incorrectly.

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WARNING

Installing improper tyres on your vehicle

can affect handling and stability. This can

cause a crash in which you can be seriously

hurt or killed.

It is best to replace all four tyres at the same time. If that isn’t possible, replace the

front or rear tyres in pairs.

Always use the size and type of tyres

recommended in the tyre information label

on your vehicle.

Make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels.

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Tyre Rotation

Rotating tyres according to the maintenance schedule helps to distribute wear more

evenly and increase tyre life.

1Tyre Rotation

Tyres with directional tread patterns should only be

rotated front to back (not from one side to the other).

Directional tyres should be mounted with the

rotation indication mark facing forward, as shown

below.

■ Tyres without rotation mark

Rotate the tyres as shown here.

Front

Rotation Mark

■ Tyres with rotation mark

Rotate the tyres as shown here.

When the tyres are rotated, make sure the air

pressures are checked.

Whenever tyre pressure is adjusted, you must

calibrate the Deflation Warning System.

2 Deflation Warning System Calibration

P. 449

Front

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uuChecking and Maintaining TyresuSnow Traction Devices

Snow Traction Devices

If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount winter tyres, or tyre chains; reduce

speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when driving.

1Snow Traction Devices

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WARNING

Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent skidding.

Using the wrong chains, or not properly

installing chains, can damage the brake

lines and cause a crash in which you can be

seriously injured or killed.

Use tyre chains, winter tyres, or all season tyres when necessary or according to the

law.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual

regarding the selection and use of tyre chains.

When mounting, refer to the following points.

NOTICE

For winter tyres:

Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly

installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines,

suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are

hitting any part of the vehicle.

• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tyres.

• Mount the tyres to all four wheels.

According to the EEC Directive for tyres, when winter

tyres are used, it is necessary to affix a sticker with the

allowable max. speed of the winter tyres clearly in the

field of view of the driver, if the designed max. speed

of vehicle is higher than the allowed max. speed of

winter tyre. A sticker is obtainable from your tyre

dealer. If you have any question, consult a dealer.

When tyre chains are mounted, follow the chain

manufacturer's instructions regarding vehicle

operational limits.

Use tyre chains only in an emergency or when they

are legally required for driving through a certain area.

Use greater caution when driving with tyre chains on

snow or ice. They may have less-predictable handling

than good winter tyres without chains.

If your vehicle is equipped with summer tyres, be aware

that these tyres are not designed for winter driving

conditions. For more information, contact a dealer.

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For tyre chains:

• Consult a dealer before purchasing any type of chains for your vehicle.

• Install them on the front tyres only.

• Because your vehicle has limited tyre clearance, we strongly recommend using the

chains listed below:

Original Tyre Size^*1

185/60R15 84H

185/55R16 83H

Chain Type

RUD-matic classic 48478

RUD-matic classic 48479

*1: Original tyre size is mentioned on the tyre information label on the driver’s doorjamb.

• Follow the chain manufacturer's instruction when installing. Mount them as

tightly as you can.

• Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.

• Drive slowly.

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