When It Is Time For New Tires - Pontiac 2007 Solstice Owner's Manual

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front
and rear inflation pressures as shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading
Your Vehicle on page 226 for an example of
the Tire and Loading Information label and
its location on your vehicle. Make certain that all
wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel
Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications
on page 332.
CAUTION:
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Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel
could come off and cause a crash. When
you change a wheel, remove any rust or
dirt from places where the wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this;
but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if you need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off.

When It Is Time for New Tires

You need a new tire if any of the following
statements are true:
•
You can see the indicators at three or more
places around the tire.
•
You can see cord or fabric showing through
the tire's rubber.
•
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or
snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
•
The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.
•
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage
that cannot be repaired well because of the
size or location of the damage.
One way to tell when it
is time for new tires is
to check the treadwear
indicators, which will
appear when your tires
have only 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) or less of
tread remaining.
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