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WARNING . When replacing a tire, you must use a tire that is of the same size, circumference, speed symbol and load index as the original tires listed on the tire placard. Using tires of other sizes, cir- cumferences or constructions may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/ odometer calibration, and clear- ance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control. . You must install four tires that are of the same size, circumference, construction, manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), degree of wear, speed symbol and load index. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees of wear can result in damage to the vehicle’s power train. Use of different types or sizes of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking per- formance and can lead to an accident. . Use only radial tires. Do not use radial tires together with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply tires. Doing so can dangerously re- duce controllability, resulting in an accident. & Wheel replacement When replacing wheels due, for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of the wheels that are fitted as standard equip- ment. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. WARNING Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle. Wheels not meeting specifications could interfere with brake caliper opera- tion and may cause the tires to rub against the wheel well housing dur- ing turns. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Aluminum wheels . Aluminum wheels can be scratched and damaged easily. Handle them care- fully to maintain their appearance, perfor- mance, and safety. and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque. – For the wheel nut tightening torque, refer to “Tires” F12-8. dure, refer to “Changing a flat tire” F9- 6. . Never apply oil to the threaded parts, wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the wheel. protrusions or curbs. the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for the specific wheel. Maintenance and service 11-27 |