WHEELS AND TYRES
317
Related information
•Tyres - dimensions (p. 319)
•Tyres - speed ratings (p. 320)
•Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 317)
Tyres - direction of rotation
Tyres with a tread pattern which are designed to
only turn in one direction have the direction of
rotation marked with an arrow.
The arrow shows the tyre's direction of rotation.
The tyre must always rotate in the same direction
throughout its lifespan. Tyres should only be
switched between front and rear positions, never
between left and right-hand sides, or vice versa. If
the tyres are fitted incorrectly, the car's braking
characteristics and capacity to force rain and
slush out of the way are adversely affected. Tyres
with the greatest tread depth should always be
fitted to the rear of the car (to decrease the risk
of skidding).
NOTE
Make sure that both pairs of wheels have the
same type and dimension, and also the same
make.
Follow the recommended tyre pressure (p. 318)
specified in the tyre pressure table.
Related information
•Tyres - dimensions (p. 319)
•Tyres - speed ratings (p. 320)
•Tyres - maintenance (p. 316)
•Tyres - tread wear indicators (p. 318)
