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wise, your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle
handling and performance may be adversely af-
fected.
Tyre chains must be installed only on the rear
wheels and not on the front wheels.
Do not drive with tyre chains on paved roads which
are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such condi-
tions can cause damage to the various mechanisms
of the vehicle due to some overstress.
TYRE ROTATION
RENAULT recommends that tyres be rotated every
5,000 km (3,000 miles) for Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
or every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) for Two-Wheel
Drive (2WD) model. However, the timing for tyre ro-
tation may vary according to your driving habits and
the road surface conditions. (See "Flat tyre" in the
"6. In case of emergency" section for the tyre re-
placement.)
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After rotating the tyres, adjust the tyre pres-
sure.
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Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has
been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles) (also in
cases of a flat tyre, etc.).
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Do not include the spare tyre in tyre rotation.
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Incorrect tyre selection, fitting, care or main-
tenance can affect vehicle safety with risk of
accident and injury. If in doubt, consult an ap-
proved dealer or qualified workshop or the
tyre manufacturer.
TYRE WEAR AND DAMAGE
SDI1662Z
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: Wear indicator
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: Wear indicator location mark
Tyres should be periodically inspected for wear,
cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If
excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are
found, the tyre should be replaced immediately.
WARNING
SDI1663Z
The original tyres have a built-in tread wear indica-
tor. When the wear indicator is visible, the tyre
should be replaced.
Improper service of a spare tyre may result in seri-
ous personal injury. If it is necessary to repair the
spare tyre, contact an approved dealer or qualified
workshop.
TYRE AGE
Never use a tyre over six years old, regardless of
whether it has been used or not.
Tyres degrade with age as well as with the vehicle
usage. Have your tyres checked and balanced often
by a repair shop or, if you prefer, an approved dealer
or qualified workshop.
CHANGING TYRES AND WHEELS
WARNING
Do not install a deformed wheel or tyre even if it
has been repaired. Such wheels or tyres could
have structural damage and could fail without
warning.
When replacing a tyre, use the same size, speed rat-
ing and load carrying capacity as originally
equipped. (See "Tyres and wheels" in the "9. Techni-
cal information" section for recommended types
and sizes of tyres and wheels.) The use of tyres other
than those recommended or the mixed use of tyres
of different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted,
or radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the
ride, braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-
tyre clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer
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