Lincoln Corsair (2022 year). Manual in english — page 26

TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR KIT

(IF EQUIPPED)

Note: The temporary mobility kit contains
enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only. See your authorized
Ford dealer for replacement sealant
canisters.

The kit is located under the load floor in the
trunk. The kit consists of an air compressor
to re-inflate the tire and a canister of sealing
compound that will effectively seal most
punctures caused by nails or similar objects.
This kit will provide a temporary tire repair
allowing you to drive your vehicle up to
120 mi (200 km) at a maximum speed of
50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire service
location.

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Air compressor (inside)

A

Selector switch

B

On and off button

C

Air pressure gauge

D

Sealant bottle and canister

E

Dual purpose hose: air and repair

F

Tire valve connector

G

Accessory power plug

H

Casing/housing

I

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters

J

General Information

WARNING: Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased risk
of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

Note: Do not use the kit if a tire has become
severely damaged. Only punctures located
within the tire tread can be sealed with the
kit.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than 0.24 in (6 mm) or damage to the tire's
sidewall. The tire may not completely seal.

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect tire
performance. For this reason:

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Note: Do not drive the vehicle above 50 mph
(80 km/h).

Note: Do not drive further than 120 mi
(200 km). Drive only to the closest authorized
Ford dealer or tire repair shop to have your
tire inspected.

•

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt steering
maneuvers.

•

Periodically monitor tire inflation pressure
in the affected tire; if the tire is losing
pressure, have the vehicle towed.

•

Read the information in the Tips for Use
of the Kit section to make sure safe
operation of the kit and your vehicle.

Tips for Use of the Kit

To ensure safe operation of the kit:

•

Read all instructions and cautions fully.

•

Before operating the kit, make sure your
vehicle is safely off the road and away
from moving traffic. Turn on the hazard
lights.

•

Always set the parking brake to ensure
the vehicle doesn't move unexpectedly.

•

Do not remove any foreign objects, such
as nails or screws, from the tire.

•

When using the kit, leave the engine
running (only if the vehicle is outdoors or
in a well-ventilated area) so the
compressor does not drain the vehicle's
battery.

•

Do not allow the compressor to operate
continuously for more than 15 minutes.
This will help prevent the compressor
from overheating.

•

Never leave the kit unattended during
operation.

•

Sealant compound contains latex. Those
with latex sensitivities should use
appropriate precautions to avoid an
allergic reaction.

•

Keep the kit away from children.

•

Only use the kit when the ambient
temperature is between -22°F (-30°C) and
158°F (70°C).

•

Only use the sealing compound before
the use-by date. The use-by date is on a
label on the sealant canister and can be
seen through the rectangular viewing
window on the bottom of the compressor.
Check the use-by date regularly and
replace the canister when the sealant
expires.

•

Do not store the kit unsecured inside the
passenger compartment of the vehicle
as it may cause injury during a sudden
stop or crash. Always store the kit in its
original location.

•

After sealant use, the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve stem
on the wheel must be replaced by an
authorized Ford dealer.

•

Operating the kit could cause an
electrical disturbance in radio, CD, and
DVD player operation.

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* When inflation only is required for
a tire or other objects, the selector
must be in the Air position.

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What to do when a Tire Is Punctured

A tire puncture within the tire's tread area
can be repaired in two stages with the kit.

•

In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated
with a sealing compound and air. After
the tire has been inflated, you will need
to drive the vehicle a short distance 4 mi
(6 km) to distribute the sealant in the tire.

•

In the second stage, you will need to
check the tire pressure and adjust, if
necessary, to the vehicle's specified tire
inflation pressure.

First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with
Sealing Compound and Air

WARNING: Do not stand directly over

the kit while inflating the tire. If you notice
any unusual bulges or deformations in the
tire's sidewall during inflation, stop and call
roadside assistance.

WARNING: If the tire does not inflate

to the recommended tire pressure within
15 minutes, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING: Do not run the engine

when operating the air compressor unless
the vehicle is outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area.

Preparation: Park the vehicle in a safe, level
and secure area, away from moving traffic.

Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking
brake and turn the engine off. Inspect the
flat tire for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use
appropriate precautions to avoid any allergic
reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has
pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in
the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside
assistance.

1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve.

2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the back of the compressor
housing.

3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by

turning the connector clockwise. Tighten
the connection securely.

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4. Plug the power cable into the 12-volt

power point in the vehicle.

5. Remove the warning sticker found on the

casing/housing and place it on the top of
the instrument panel or the center of the
dash.

6. Start the vehicle leave the engine running

so the compressor does not drain the
vehicle’s battery.

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7. Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant

position. Turn the kit on by pressing the
on/off button (B).

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8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on

the tire label located on the driver's door
or the door jamb area. The initial air
pressure gauge reading may indicate a
value higher than the label pressure
while the sealing compound is being
pumped into the tire. This is normal and
should be no reason for concern. The
pressure gauge reading will indicate the
tire inflation pressure after about 30
seconds of operation. The final tire
pressure should be checked with the
compressor turned OFF in order to get
an accurate pressure reading.

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9. When the recommended tire pressure is

reached, turn off the kit, unplug the
power cable, and disconnect the hose
from the tire valve. Re-install the valve
cap on the tire valve and return the kit to
the stowage area.

10.

Immediately and cautiously, drive the
vehicle 4 mi (6 km) to distribute the
sealant evenly inside the tire. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

11.

After 4 mi (6 km), stop and check the
tire pressure. See Second stage:
Checking tire pressure.

Note: If you experience any unusual
vibration, ride disturbance or noise while
driving, reduce your speed until you can
safely pull off to the side of the road to call
for roadside assistance. Note: Do not
proceed to the second stage of this
operation.

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Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure

WARNING: If the tire does not inflate

to the recommended tire pressure within
15 minutes, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING: The power plug may get

hot after use and should be handled
carefully when unplugging.

Check the air pressure of your tires as
follows:

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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve.

2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

onto the valve stem by turning clockwise.

3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the

air position.

4. If required, turn on the compressor and

adjust the tire to the recommended
inflation pressure shown on the tire label
located on the driver's door or door jamb
area. The tire pressure should be
checked with the compressor turned OFF
in order to get an accurate pressure
reading.

5. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve cap

on the tire and return the kit to the
stowage area.

What to do after the Tire has been
Sealed

After using the kit to seal your tire, you will
need to replace the sealant canister. Sealant
canisters and spare parts can be obtained
at an authorized Ford dealer. Empty sealant
canisters may be disposed of at home.
However, canisters still containing liquid
sealant should be disposed of by your local
authorized Ford dealer or tire dealer, or in
accordance with local waste disposal
regulation.

Note: After the sealing compound has been
used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph
(80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance
is 120 mi (200 km). The sealed tire should
be inspected immediately.

You can check the tire pressure any time
within the 120 mi (200 km) by performing the
steps listed previously in the Second stage:
Checking Tire Pressure procedure.

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Removal of the sealant canister from the
kit

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1. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the compressor housing.

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2. Unwrap the power cord.

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3. Remove the back cover.

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4. Rotate the sealant canister up 90

degrees and pull away from
casing/housing to remove.

Installation of the sealant canister to the
kit

1. With the canister held perpendicular to

the housing, insert the canister nozzle
into the connector and push until seated.

2. Rotate the canister 90 degrees down into

the housing/casing.

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3. Snap the back cover back into place.

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4. Wrap the dual purpose hose (black tube)

around the channel on the bottom of the
housing/casing.

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5. Wrap the power cord around the housing

and stow the accessory power plug into
its storage area.

Note: If you experience any difficulties with
the removal or installation of the sealant
canister, consult your authorized Ford dealer
for assistance.

Be sure to check the sealant compound’s
use-by date regularly. The use-by date is on
a label located on the sealant canister and
can be seen through the rectangular viewing
window on the bottom of the kit. The sealant
canister should be replaced when the sealant
expires.

TIRE CARE

Information About Uniform Tire Quality
Grading

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires. The
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example: Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A.

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These Tire Quality Grades are
determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has
set.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires. They do
not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver or temporary
use spare tires, light truck or LT type
tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches or limited production tires
as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).

U.S. Department of Transportation Tire
quality grades: The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires us to give you
the following information about tire
grades exactly as the government has
written it.

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear 1½ times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.

Traction AA A B C

WARNING: The traction grade

assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning or peak
traction characteristics.

The traction grades, from highest to
lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Temperature A B C

WARNING: The temperature

grade for this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.

The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C, representing the tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause

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the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 139. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

Glossary of Tire Terminology

*Tire label: A label showing the original
equipment tire sizes, recommended
inflation pressure and the maximum
weight the vehicle can carry.

*Tire Identification Number (TIN): A
number on the sidewall of each tire
providing information about the tire
brand and manufacturing plant, tire size
and date of manufacture. Also referred
to as DOT code.

*Inflation pressure: A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.

*Standard load: A class of P-metric or
Metric tires designed to carry a
maximum load at set pressure. For
example: For P-metric tires 35 psi
(2.4 bar) and for Metric tires 36 psi
(2.5 bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will not
increase the tire’s load carrying
capability.

*Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric
tires designed to carry a heavier
maximum load at 42 psi (2.9 bar).
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond
this pressure will not increase the tire’s
load carrying capability.

*kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air
pressure.

*PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard
unit of air pressure.

*Cold tire pressure: The tire pressure

when the vehicle has been stationary
and out of direct sunlight for an hour or
more and prior to the vehicle being
driven for 1 mi (1.6 km).

*Recommended inflation pressure: The
cold inflation pressure found on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label
(affixed to either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge that
meets the door-latch post, next to the
driver's seating position), or Tire Label
located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door.

*B-pillar: The structural member at the
side of the vehicle behind the front door.

*Bead area of the tire: Area of the tire
next to the rim.

*Sidewall of the tire: Area between the
bead area and the tread.

*Tread area of the tire: Area of the
perimeter of the tire that contacts the
road when mounted on the vehicle.

*Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a

tire or a tire and tube assembly upon
which the tire beads are seated.

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Information Contained on the Tire
Sidewall

Both United States and Canada Federal
regulations require tire manufacturers
to place standardized information on the
sidewall of all tires. This information
identifies and describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also
provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number for safety standard certification
and in case of a recall.

Information on P Type Tires

H

I

J

K

L

M

A

B

C D

E

F

G

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P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire
size, load index and speed rating. The
definitions of these items are listed
below. (Note that the tire size, load index
and speed rating for your vehicle may
be different from this example.)

A. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the
Tire and Rim Association, that may be
used for service on cars, sport utility
vehicles, minivans and light trucks. Note:
If your tire size does not begin with a
letter this may mean it is designated by
either the European Tire and Rim
Technical Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.

B. 215: Indicates the nominal width of
the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.

C. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which
gives the tire's ratio of height to width.

D. R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change your
wheel size, you will have to purchase
new tires to match the new wheel
diameter.

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F. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It
is an index that relates to how much
weight a tire can carry. You may find this
information in your owner’s manual. If
not, contact a local tire dealer.

Note: You may not find this information
on all tires because it is not required by
federal law.

G. H: Indicates the tire's speed rating.
The speed rating denotes the speed at
which a tire is designed to be driven for
extended periods of time under a
standard condition of load and inflation
pressure. The tires on your vehicle may
operate at different conditions for load
and inflation pressure. These speed
ratings may need to be adjusted for the
difference in conditions. The ratings
range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to

186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are
listed in the following chart.

Note: You may not find this information
on all tires because it is not required by
federal law.

Speed rating

Letter rating

81 mph (130 km/h)

M

87 mph (140 km/h)

N

99 mph (159 km/h)

Q

106 mph (171 km/h)

R

112 mph (180 km/h)

S

118 mph (190 km/h)

T

124 mph (200 km/h)

U

130 mph (210 km/h)

H

149 mph (240 km/h)

V

Speed rating

Letter rating

168 mph (270 km/h)

W

186 mph (299 km/h)

Y

Note: For tires with a maximum speed
capability over 149 mph (240 km/h), tire
manufacturers sometimes use the letters
ZR. For those with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph (299 km/h), tire
manufacturers always use the letters
ZR.

H. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
(TIN): This begins with the letters DOT

and indicates that the tire meets all
federal standards. The next two
numbers or letters are the plant code
designating where it was manufactured,
the next two are the tire size code and
the last four numbers represent the
week and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st
week of 1997. After 2000, the numbers

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go to four digits. For example, 2501
means the 25th week of 2001. The
numbers in between are identification
codes used for traceability. This
information is used to contact customers
if a tire defect requires a recall.

I. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or

AT: All Terrain, or

AS: All Season.
J. Tire Ply Composition and Material
Used: Indicates the number of plies or
the number of layers of rubber-coated
fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the ply
materials in the tire and the sidewall,
which include steel, nylon, polyester,
and others.

K. Maximum Load: Indicates the
maximum load in kilograms and pounds
that can be carried by the tire. See the
Safety Compliance Certification Label
(affixed to either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge that
meets the door-latch post, next to the
driver's seating position), for the correct
tire pressure for your vehicle.

L. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:

*Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and
one-half times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.

*Traction: The traction grades, from
highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C.
The grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance.

*Temperature: The temperature grades
are A (the highest), B and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.

M. Maximum Inflation Pressure:
Indicates the tire manufacturers'
maximum permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum load
can be carried by the tire. This pressure
is normally higher than the vehicle
manufacturer's recommended cold
inflation pressure which can be found
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge
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the driver's seating position), or Tire
Label which is located on the B-Pillar or
the edge of the driver’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be set
lower than the recommended pressure
on the vehicle label.

The tire suppliers may have additional
markings, notes or warnings such as
standard load or radial tubeless.

Additional Information Contained on
the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires

Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply
to this type of tire.

A

B

C

B

D

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LT type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P type tires;
these differences are described below.

A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the
Tire and Rim Association, that is
intended for service on light trucks.

B. Load Range and Load Inflation
Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying
capabilities and its inflation limits.

C. Maximum Load Dual lb (kg) at psi
(kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load
and tire pressure when the tire is used
as a dual, defined as four tires on the
rear axle (a total of six or more tires on
the vehicle).

D. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi
(kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load
and tire pressure when the tire is used
as a single, defined as two tires (total)
on the rear axle.

Information on T Type Tires

T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size.

Note: The temporary tire size for your
vehicle may be different from this
example. Tire Quality Grades do not
apply to this type of tire.

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A

B

C

D

E

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T type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P type tires;
these differences are described below:

A. T: Indicates a type of tire, designated

by the Tire and Rim Association, that is
intended for temporary service on cars,
sport utility vehicles, minivans and light
trucks.

B. 145: Indicates the nominal width of
the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.

C. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio which
gives the tire's ratio of height to width.
Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short
sidewall.

D. D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.

R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change your
wheel size, you will have to purchase
new tires to match the new wheel
diameter.

Location of the Tire Label

You will find a Tire Label containing tire
inflation pressure by tire size and other
important information located on the
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.

Inflating Your Tires

Safe operation of your vehicle requires
that your tires are properly inflated.
Remember that a tire can lose up to half
of its air pressure without appearing flat.

Every day before you drive, check your
tires. If one looks lower than the others,
use a tire gauge to check pressure of all
tires and adjust if required.

At least once a month and before long
trips, inspect each tire and check the tire
pressure with a tire gauge (including
spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the
inflation pressure recommended by us.

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You are strongly urged to buy a reliable
tire pressure gauge, as automatic
service station gauges may be
inaccurate. We recommend the use of
a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge
rather than a stick-type tire pressure
gauge.

Use the recommended cold inflation
pressure for optimum tire performance
and wear. Under-inflation or
over-inflation may cause uneven
treadwear patterns.

WARNING: Under-inflation is the

most common cause of tire failures
and may result in severe tire cracking,
tread separation or blowout, with
unexpected loss of vehicle control and
increased risk of injury. Under-inflation
increases sidewall flexing and rolling
resistance, resulting in heat buildup

and internal damage to the tire. It also
may result in unnecessary tire stress,
irregular wear, loss of vehicle control
and accidents. A tire can lose up to
half of its air pressure and not appear
to be flat!

Always inflate your tires to the
recommended inflation pressure even
if it is less than the maximum inflation
pressure information found on the tire.
Our recommended tire inflation pressure
is found on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to either the
door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the
door edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label which is located
on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s
door. Failure to follow the tire pressure
recommendations can cause uneven
treadwear patterns and adversely affect
the way your vehicle handles.

Maximum Inflation Pressure is the tire
manufacturer's maximum permissible
pressure and the pressure at which the
maximum load can be carried by the tire.
This pressure is normally higher than the
manufacturer’s recommended cold
inflation pressure which can be found
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post, next to
the driver's seating position), or Tire
Label which is located on the B-Pillar or
the edge of the driver’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be set
lower than the recommended pressure
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label or Tire Label.

When weather temperature changes
occur, tire inflation pressures also
change. A 11°F (6°C) temperature drop
can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi
(7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your

tire pressures frequently and adjust
them to the proper pressure which can
be found on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label or Tire Label.

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