Replacement Considerations

When replacing tires, only the size, load range, and construction type (radial) originally installed on the vehicle are recommended. Use of any other tire size or type may seriously affect:
^ Ride
^ Handling
^ Tire wear
^ Speedometer/odometer calibration
^ Vehicle ground clearance
^ Tire clearance to the body and chassis

WARNING: DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT TYPES OF TIRES ON THE SAME VEHICLE SUCH AS RADIAL, BIAS, OR BIAS-BELTED TIRES EXCEPT IN EMERGENCIES (TEMPORARY SPARE TIRE USAGE), BECAUSE VEHICLE HANDLING MAY BE SERIOUSLY AFFECTED AND MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL.

Consider the following when replacing tires:
1. To achieve best all-around vehicle performance tires of different construction should not be mixed on the vehicle.
2. It is recommended that new tires be installed in pairs.
3. When replacing only one tire, it should be paired with the tire having the most tread, to equalize braking traction.
4. Snow tires should be of a size and type equivalent to other tires on the vehicle as recommended on the tire decal.