Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires
Overloading could affect vehicle handling, stopping distance, vehicle and tire as shown in the following. This could lead to an accident and possibly result in severe personal injury.
● Vehicle stability will deteriorate.
● Heavy and/or high-mounted loads could increase the risk of rollover.
● Stopping distance will increase.
● Brakes could overheat and fail.
● Suspension, bearings, axles and other parts of the body could break or experience accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life.
● Tires could fail.
● Tread separation could occur.
● Tire could separate from its rim.
See also:
Tool bag
1) Screwdriver
2) Wheel nut wrench
3) Hex-head wrench (only models with moonroof)
4) Tool bag
The screwdriver and wheel nut wrench are stored in the tool bag. ...
Load and Speed Rating Descriptions
The load and speed rating descriptions will appear following the size designation.
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Cleaning aluminum wheels
● Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels clean of any kind of grime or agent. If dirt
is left on too long, it may be difficult to clean off.
● Do not use soap containing grit to clean the wh ...