HOLDEN WH II 2002 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 131

Alignment and balance
Improper wheel alignment can cause the tyres to wear faster and to wear unevenly. It
can also cause the car to pull to the left or right.
Out-of-balance wheels and tyres can cause annoying vibration and uneven tyre wear.
If you suspect either of the above problems exist have a wheel alignment and balance
check carried out by your Holden Dealer.
Replacement and repair
Replacing your factory fitted wheels and tyres with non-specified wheels and tyres may
affect your warranty as well as your insurance policy. Refer to the tyre placard on your
car for tyre size and load rating, see previous page. Using a different size or type of tyre
may affect such things as ride, handling, speedometer, car ground clearance, tyre
clearance or snow chain clearance.
Take care when using tyres with heavy treads, including tyres made for better grip in the
wet. At sustained high speeds, this type of tyre runs at higher temperatures than
standard tyres and consequently should only be operated within the limits recommended
by the manufacturer. Any doubts about the tyres on your car should be referred to your
Holden Dealer.
higher
Tyres with a
suitable rim size.
New tyres should be fitted in pairs to the front. If replacing only one tyre, it should be
paired on the same axle with the least worn of the other three.
You should replace your tyres when:
The tyres are worn to the point where
the tread indicators appear, or the cord
or fabric is showing. The tyres originally
fitted to your car have built-in tread
indicators. When only
remains, these indicators show as plain
bars across the tread pattern at regular
intervals around the tyre.
The tread or sidewall is cut, split, or
cracked deep enough to expose the
cord or fabric.
The tyre has a bump or bulge in it,
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indicating some kind of internal damage.
The tyre has a puncture, cut or other
damage which can't be repaired
because of the size or location of the
damage.
Do not attempt to drive on the flat tyre more than is necessary to stop safely. Driving even
a short distance can damage the tyre and wheel beyond repair. Tyres which have been
repaired or retreaded are not capable of being driven safely at high speeds. Therefore,
their use is not recommended.
TYRES cont.
speed or load rating are acceptable, provided they are fitted to a
mm of tread
1.5
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WEEKLY CHECKS
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