Winter Tires (Xlr-V) - Cadillac 2008 XLR Owner's Manual

Low-Profile Tires (XLR-V)
If your vehicle has P235/45R19 or P255/40R19
size tires, they are classified as low-profile
tires. These tires are designed for very
responsive driving on wet or dry pavement.
You may also notice more road noise with
low-profile performance tires and that they tend to
wear faster.
Notice: If your vehicle has low-profile tires,
they are more susceptible to damage from road
hazards or curb impact than standard profile
tires. Tire and/or wheel assembly damage
can occur when coming into contact with
road hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged
objects, or when sliding into a curb.
Your vehicle warranty does not cover this type
of damage. Keep tires set to the correct
inflation pressure and, when possible avoid
contact with curbs, potholes, and other
road hazards.

Winter Tires (XLR-V)

If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads
often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.
All season tires provide good overall performance on
most surfaces but they may not offer the traction
you would like or the same level of performance as
winter tires on snow or ice covered roads.
Winter tires, in general, are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice covered roads. With winter
tires, there may be decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise, and shorter tread life. After
switching to winter tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
handling and braking.
See your dealer for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection. Also, see Buying
New Tires on page 6-67.
If you choose to use winter tires:
•
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on all
four wheel positions.
•
Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range,
and speed rating as the original equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your original
equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose winter tires with
a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire's maximum
speed capability.
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