Volvo 240 - Manual (Page 90)

1987 Volvo 240
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Checking and correcting tire pressure
Check the tire pressure when refueling. The tire pressure should only be corrected when the tires are
cold. With warm tires, correct only when the pressure is too tow. The tire temperature (and, thus,
pressure) rises after driving just a few miles.
WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead
to failure resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
Vehicle Loading
The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as
recommended on the tire information label located on the rear facing side of the right front door. This
label lists both tire and vehicle design limits.
Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated.
Tire Pressure Label
The tire pressure label is located on the rear facing side of the right front door. See section titled
"Specifications" and Consumer Information Booklet for complete tire pressure information
Wear indicator
The tires have a so-called "wear indicator" in the form of a number of narrow strips running across or
parallel to the tread. When approx. 1/16" (1.5 mm) is left on the tread, these strips show up and indicate
the tire should be replaced.
Tires with less than 1/6"(1.5 mm) tread have a very poor grip in rain or snow.
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General
When replacing worn tires, it is recommended that the tire be identical in type (radial) and size as the
one being replaced. Using a tire of the same make (manufacturer) will prevent altering the driving
characteristics of the vehicle.
How to improve tire economy
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Maintain correct tire pressure.
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Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard braking and tire screeching.
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