Trailer Towing - B.F. Goodrich Tire Owner's Manual

DO NOT OVERLOAD - DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED
TIRE IS DANGEROUS
The maximum load rating of your tires is marked on the tire
sidewall. Do not exceed this rating. Follow the loading
instructions of the manufacturer of your vehicle and this will
ensure that your tires are not overloaded. Tires which are
loaded beyond their maximum allowable loads for the
particular application will build up excessive heat that may
cause sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on
your vehicle.

TRAILER TOWING

If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any partici-
pating BFGoodrich tire retailer for advice concerning the
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correct size tire and correct inflation pressures. The size and
pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and
hitch utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation
pressure or the tire load rating be exceeded. Check the vehicle
tire placard and the owner's manual supplied by the
manufacturer of your vehicle for further recommendations on
trailer towing.
BFGoodrich Comp T/A
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Operation of BFGoodrich
a trailer in tow is dangerous and is not recom-mended. If the low
pressure warning indicator is activated when a trailer is in tow,
stop, disconnect the trailer, and do not continue to tow the trailer
until the tire has been repaired and reinflated to the proper air
pressure. If the tire cannot be repaired, it must be replaced with a
new SSS tire of the same size and tread design, and inflated to the
proper pressure before the trailer can be safely towed.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR
SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES
CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING
AT LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of
the tire wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect
excessive vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or
balance. These conditions not only shorten the life of your tires
but also adversely affect the handling characteristics of your
vehicle, which could be dangerous. If you detect irregular wear
or vibration, have your alignment and balance checked
immediately. Tires which have been run underinflated will show
more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread.
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