Wheels And Tyres - Lancia Delta Owner's Handbook Manual

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WHEELS AND TYRES

Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare wheel,
approximately once every two weeks and before starting
a long journey: this check must be performed with the tyre
rested and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase when the car is
used; for the correct tyre inflation pressure, see "Wheels"
in chapter "6".
Incorrect tyre pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 4:
fig. 4
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
A normal pressure: evenly worn tread.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn on the edges.
C excessive pressure: tread particularly worn in the mid-
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6
mm thick. In all cases, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
IMPORTANT NOTES
❍ Avoid braking suddenly, burning starts and violent
❍ check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling
❍ do not overload your car: this may cause serious dam-
❍ if a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and change it
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knocks against the curb, potholes or other obstacles
where possible. Long distances on rough roads may
damage the tyres;
or irregular tread wear. Go to a Lancia Dealership if
required;
age to wheels and tyres;
to avoid damage to the tyre, wheel rim, suspension and
steering system;