Wheels And Tyres - Alfa Romeo Giulietta Owner's Handbook Manual

WHEELS AND TYRES

GETTING
TO KNOW
Before embarking on a long trip, and every two weeks, check the
YOUR CAR
tyre inflation pressure (and space-saver wheel); check the pressure
with the tyres cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase when the car is used; for
the correct tyre inflation pressure, see "Wheels" in the "Technical
SAFETY
specifications" section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 165:
A normal pressure: tread evenly worn.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges.
STARTING
AND DRIVING C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6 mm
thick.
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
216 fig. 165
IMPORTANT NOTES
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 unsurfaced roads;
❍ check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling or ir-
regular tread wear;
❍ avoid travelling with the vehicle overloaded. If you puncture a
tyre, stop immediately and replace it;
❍ have the tyres checked by specialised personnel if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years. Remember to check the
space-saver wheel very carefully;
❍ change the position of the tyres every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same side of the vehicle to avoid
inverting the direction of rotation.
❍ a tyre will age even if it is not used much. Cracks in the tread
and on the sidewalls are a sign of ageing. In any event, have
the tyres checked by specialised personnel if they have been
fitted for longer than six years. Remember to check the space-
saver wheel very carefully;
❍ when replacing the tyres, always fit new tyres, avoiding those
of dubious origin;
❍ If a tyre is replaced, you should also change the inflation valve.
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