Airstream 2005 International Trailer Owner's Manual page 46

AIRSTREAM INTERNATIONAL TRAILER
In an emergency you may remove the flat tire. The independent suspension of the Rubber Torsion Axle
allows four wheel units to be safely towed on three wheels for a short distance (100 miles maximum) and
only at a low speed (30 MPH).
Be especially cautious in crossing holes or dips in the road. Under these circumstances it is good practice to
set your rear view mirrors so that you can observe your tires at all time.
Tips on Tire Care
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in use as a result of punctures, impact damage, improper
inflation or other conditions resulting from use. Tire failures may create a risk of property damage or
personal injury. To reduce the risk of tire failure we strongly recommend the following:
1. Check the pressure in your tires, including your spare, at least monthly when the tires are cool (after the
vehicle has stopped three hours and then driven less than one mile.) Do not reduce pressure when tires are
hot. Use a tire gauge to check pressure and maintain it at the recommended level.
2. Never overload your tires. The maximum load carrying capability of your tires is molded on the sidewall
of the tire.
3. Check your tires frequently for scrapes, bulges, separations, cuts or snags resulting from use. See your
tire dealer immediately if any such condition is discovered.
4. Never operate your vehicle in excess of lawful speeds or the maximum speeds justified by driving
conditions, or in excess of speeds recommended for the tire you are using.
5. Make every effort to avoid running over objects that may damage the tire through impact or cutting, such
as chuckholes, glass, metal, etc.
6. Never drive on smooth tires. Tires should be removed when 2/32nds inch of tread depth remains. In most
states it is illegal to drive with less than 2/32nds inch remaining tread depth.
Load/Inflation Information for Your Tires
Maintaining proper tire inflation pressure is essential for both tire safety and performance.
Proper Tire Inflation
The level of air in your tires affects your vehicle's overall performance. Not even the highest quality tire
will perform well if it's not inflated properly. The correct pressure varies from vehicle to vehicle and
depends in part upon driver preference. Each vehicle has a maximum inflation pressure, usually found on a
metal tag riveted to the outside of the vehicle as well as on the original equipment tires.
Correct tire inflation is a key component in tire care. The recommended inflation pressures for your tires
are indicated on the certification label or in your owner's manual. Since RVs can be loaded with many
different configurations, the load on each tire will vary. For this reason, air pressure should be checked
based on the load on each individual tire. Cold Inflation Pressure should be adjusted to handle the
maximum tire load, and all tires on the axle should carry the same inflation pressure. COLD TIRE
INFLATION PRESSURE is the tire pressure checked in the morning before you drive more than a few
miles or before rising ambient temperatures or the sun's radiant heat affects it. Check your tires' air
pressures at least once a month, before each trip and each morning you drive during a trip. Tire pressure
should be checked cold, as tire pressure ratings have been designed with typical running heat/pressure
build-up in mind. Make sure the valves and caps are free of dirt and moisture.
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