Wheels And Tyres - Fiat Panda Owner's Handbook Manual

WHEELS AND TYRES

GETTING TO KNOW
Before long trips, and every two weeks, check the
YOUR CAR
tyre and space-saver wheel inflation pressure (for
versions/markets, where provided). Check the tyres
when cold.
SAFETY
It is normal for the pressure to increase when the
car is used; for the correct tyre inflation pressure,
see "Wheels" in the "Technical specifications"
section.
STARTING AND
DRIVING
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear
fig. 153:
A normal pressure: tread evenly worn;
WARNING LIGHTS
B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges;
AND MESSAGES
C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the
centre.
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
fig. 151
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The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less
than 1.6 mm thick. In any case, follow the laws
in force in the country where you are driving.
IMPORTANT
Take the following precautions to prevent damage to
the tyres:
❒ avoid braking suddenly, racing starts and violent
impact against the curb, potholes or other
obstacles and driving for extended periods on
uneven road surfaces;
❒ periodically check that the tyres have no cuts in
the side wall, abnormal swelling or irregular tread
wear;
❒ avoid travelling with the car overloaded. If a tyre is
punctured, stop immediately and change it;
❒ tyres age even if they are not used much. Cracks in
the tread rubber and at the sides are a sign of
ageing. In any case, if the tyres have been on the
car for over 6 years, they should be checked
by specialised personnel. Also remember to check
the space-saver wheel very carefully (for
versions/markets, where provided);
❒ change the position of the tyres every 10-15
thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same
side of the car to avoid inverting the rotation
direction;
❒ In the case of replacement, always fit new tyres,
avoiding those of dubious origin;
❒ if a tyre is changed, also change the inflation valve.
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