Rubber Hoses - Ford 2008 Ka Owner's Handbook Manual

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Have the tyres checked by skilled
personnel if they have been fitted
for longer than six years.
Also remember to check the space-
saver wheel very carefully;
❒ In the case of replacement, always
fit new tyres, avoiding those with
an unknown origin;
❒ if a tyre is replaced, 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 not
to reverse the direction of rotation.
WARNING
Remember that the road
holding qualities of your
car also depend on the correct
inflation pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low,
the tyre will overheat and
could be seriously damaged.
WARNING
Avoid switching the tyres
from the right side of the
vehicle to the left side and vice versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims
to repainting treatments
requiring the use of temperatures
exceeding 150° C. The mechanical
properties of the wheels could be
impaired.

RUBBER HOSES

As far as the brake system and fuel
rubber hoses are concerned, follow
the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" in this
chapter carefully.
Ozone, high temperatures and
prolonged lack of fluid in the system
may cause hardening and cracking
of the hoses, with possible leaks.
Careful checking is therefore necessary.
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