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● For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models CAUTION ● Always use tires of the same type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra- dial), and tread pattern on all four wheels. Failure to do so may result in a circumference difference between tires on the front and rear axles which will cause excessive tire wear and may damage the transmission, transfer case and differential gears. ● ONLY use spare tires specified for the AWD model. If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom- mended that all four tires be replaced with tires of the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment should also be checked and corrected as nec- essary. Contact an INFINITI retailer. Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required. the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical damage. to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet. Care of wheels ● Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle to maintain their appearance. ● Clean the inner side of the wheels when the wheel is changed or the underside of the vehicle is washed. ● Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing the wheels. ● Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead. ● INFINITI recommends that the road wheels be waxed to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter. Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident. WARNING ● The TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should be used for emergency use. It should be re- placed with the standard tire at the first op- portunity to avoid possible tire or differen- tial damage. ● Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving. ● Periodically check spare tire inflation pres- sure. Always keep the pressure of the TEM- PORARY USE ONLY spare tire at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar). Always keep the pressure of the full size spare tire (if so equipped) at the recommended pressure for standard tires, as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. 8-44 Maintenance and do-it-yourself w — — 05/19/09—tbrooks X |