Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
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This indicator shows that there is less than 1/16 inches (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when this indicator appears.
Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the tire.
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The tire size affects the wheel speed. When replacing the tires, all four tires must be the same size as the original ones supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can prevent the ABS and ESC from working correctly.
It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, replace the two front or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.
When you replace the tires, use the same type of tires as the ones originally supplied with the vehicle to avoid impacting the driving performance.
Compact spare tire replacement: (if equipped)
A compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular size tire. Replace it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
The replacement compact spare tire should be the same size and design tire as the one provided with your new vehicle and should be mounted on the same compact spare tire wheel.
The compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular size wheel, and the compact spare tire wheel is not designed for mounting a regular size tire.