Mercury 2005 Monterey Owner's Manual page 194

Speed ranges:
• Low 25–42 mph (40–68 km/h)
• Medium 42–62 mph (68–100 km/h)
• High – above 62 mph (100 km/h)
This system may not function properly under the following conditions:
• Uneven tread wear.
• Driving on loose or low traction surfaces such as gravel, snow or slush.
• Using tire chains
• Initial tire pressures out of specified range.
• Two or more under inflated tires.
• Sudden loss of tire pressure.
• Vehicle speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), greater than 70 mph (120
km/h) or driving duration less than 10 miles.
• Transporting a heavy load or towing a trailer.
• A different tire was replaced and was not the same brand, type, size,
speed rating, load carrying capacity and DOT code as the other tire on
the same axle.
• System was not reset after tire rotation, air pressure adjustment, a tire
change, wheel alignment or tire balancing.
• System was not reset after the ABS warning lamp illuminates.
The low tire warning feature can be turned off by your dealer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used as chains may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
• Use only cable type SAE Class "S" chains. Conventional link or other
type chains may cause damage to your vehicle's wheelhouse and/or
underbody.
2005 Monterey (mty)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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