2004 Ford F150 SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 20

Tire Information Tire Information IMPORTANT TIRE INFORMATION Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to enhance performance and appearance. To continue providing this performance, extra care must be taken when operating and maintaining your vehicle. TIRES Your SVT vehicle is equipped with low profile, high performance tires that are designed to optimize handling, steering and braking to provide the performance you expect in a SVT vehicle. These tires are not optimized for off-road or winter performance, and their ride, noise and wear characteristics are different than other tires. Also, because of their lower profile, the tires are more susceptible to damage due to potholes and rough or unpaved roads. To ensure that your tires perform as designed, it is important that you maintain your tires properly: • Always maintain your tire pressures according to the tire information placard in the doorjamb or inside the fuel filler door, using an accurate gauge. • Tire pressures are specified "cold" and should be checked after the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours. Do not reduce pressure of warm tires. • Check your tire pressure often to maintain it properly. Tire pressure can diminish over time and fluctuate with temperature. • Do not overload your vehicle. Maximum vehicle and axle weights are listed on the tire information placard. • Extra caution should be taken when operating the vehicle near its maximum load, including assuring proper tire pressure and reducing speeds. • Extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause tire damage. • In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect you tires for damage. • Inspect your tires for damage on a regular basis. If a tire is damaged, replace it immediately. • Proper suspension alignment is critical for maximum performance and optimal tire wear. If you notice uneven tire wear, have you alignment checked. 20