2004 Ford F150 SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 21

Tire Information • Rotate tires as recommended in your Owner's Guide or SVT Owner's Guide Supplement. • When replacing tires, the only way to assure original performance is to use the original equipment tire. If a different tire is used, it should be the same size, speed rating and load rating. WHEELS Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires. These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter, width and low profile tires. To avoid damage to your wheels: • Maintain proper tire pressure (see "Tires" previously listed). • Extra caution should be taken when using automatic car washes. Although your vehicle is capable of being washed in an automatic car wash, equipment may vary and wheel damage is possible. • When installing wheels, always torque lug nuts to specification with a torque wrench. • Inspect your wheels for damage on a regular basis. If a wheel is damaged, replace it immediately. • In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect the outer diameter of your wheels, both inside and out, for damage OPERATING A PERFORMANCE VEHICLE AT HIGHER THAN NORMAL SPEEDS Your SVT vehicle is capable of operating at higher than normal speeds and is equipped with tires rated for the vehicles' maximum speed. However, it is important to remember to always drive safely, obey all traffic laws and only operate your SVT vehicle at higher than normal speeds at locations and under conditions where such can be done safely. Also, before operating your vehicle at higher than normal speeds: • Assure correct tire pressures (see "Tires" previously listed). • Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage. Replace any damaged wheels or tires. • Never operate the vehicle at higher than normal speeds when loaded with passengers/cargo. 21