Wheels and Tires: Service Precautions

Safety Precautions

WARNING: Never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, for example, when changing a tire. The wheel(s) resting on the ground could cause the vehicle to move. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: The tire and wheel must always be correctly matched. It is very important to determine the size of each component before any assembly operations commence. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Aftermarket aerosol tire sealants are extremely flammable. Always question the customer to make sure these products have not been used. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Aftermarket wheel assemblies may not be compatible with the vehicle. Use of incompatible wheel assemblies can result in equipment failure and possible injury. Use only approved wheel assemblies. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Use only wheels and wheel nuts that have been designed for current model year vehicles. Aftermarket wheels or wheel nuts may not fit or function correctly and can cause personal injury or damage the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or a face shield when carrying out any work with tire and wheel assemblies. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Reduce the air pressure as much as possible by pushing the valve core plunger in prior to removing the valve core. Avoid working in a position in which the face or body is directly over a tire in which there is pressure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Do not clean aluminum wheels with steel wool, abrasive-type cleaners or strong detergents. Use Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC-15 or equivalent meeting Ford specifications ESR-M5B194-B.

Always follow the preceding safety precautions when carrying out any inspection or repair procedures on wheels and tires.