Alfa Romeo Giulia Owner's Handbook Manual page 285

Load index (capacity) (*)
75 = 387 kg 95 = 690 kg
76 = 400 kg 96 = 710 kg
77 = 412 kg 97 = 730 kg
78 = 425 kg 98 = 750 kg
79 = 437 kg
(*) The capacity may be less, depending on
the tyre inflation pressure prescribed for
the car. The load index remains the same
and does not depend on the pressure of
use.
CORRECT READING OF THE RIM CODE
Example fig. 294: 7J x 17 H2 ET 40
7 width of the rim in inches (1).
J rim drop centre outline (side projection
where the tyre bead rests) (2).
17 fitting diameter, expressed in inches
(corresponds to the diameter of the tyre
that should be fitted) (3 = Ø).
H2 shape and number of humps
(circumference measurement which
keeps the bead of tubeless tyres in
position on the rim).
ET 40 : wheel compensation (distance
between the disc/rim supporting plane
and the wheel rim centre line).
Tyre types - All Season tyres
(where provided)
All Season tyres ensure perfect traction
in all seasons of the year (spring,
summer, autumn and winter). Their
traction capacity may vary from one All
Season tyre manufacturer to another.
This type of tyre has an M+S, M&S, M/S
or MS marking on its side.
WARNING Always fit four All Season
tyres on the car: failure to do so could
compromise the driving stability of the
car and damage the suspension.
SNOW CHAINS
98)
Rear Wheel Drive and All-wheel drive
versions
The use of 0.27 inch (7 mm) snow chains
is permitted on all tyres. For tyres up to
225 mm in width (225/55 R16, 225/50 R17,
225/45 R18), it is also possible to install
0.5 in (9 mm) chains.
QV version
It is possible to put chains on the rear
265/35 R19 tyre (winter tyre size).
Avoid using traditional chains as
they can damage the braking system
if not installed correctly, thereby
compromising the car's safety.
We strongly advise using zero-clearance
chains and to use equipment proposed
by the Dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Important notes
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country. In certain countries, tyres
marked with code M+S (Mud and Snow)
are considered as winter equipment;
therefore their use is equivalent to that
of the snow chains.
The snow chains may be applied only to
the rear wheel tyres.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few metres have been
driven.
WARNING Using snow chains with
tyres with non-original dimensions may
damage the vehicle.
WARNING Using different size or
type (M+S, snow, etc.) tyres between
front and rear axle may adversely
affect car driveability, with the risk of
losing control of the car and resulting
accidents.
IMPORTANT
98) Keep your speed down when snow
chains are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h.
Avoid potholes, do not drive over steps or
pavements and do not drive long distances
over roads without snow, to avoid damaging
both your car and the road surface.
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