Steering in Emergencies
• There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking.
• Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand.
• Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking.
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Tire Chains
WARNING Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used
on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes,
suspension or other vehicle part ...
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
WARNING
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires.
Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure.
You c ...
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall.
The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
(A) Tire Size: ...





