2004 Ford Thunderbird Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 203

Maintenance and Specifications Tire explosions can cause death, personal injury or property damage. Do not allow anyone to stand near, directly ahead or behind the spinning tire. Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) point indicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there's always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic. This may further damage the flat tire, but your safety is more important. If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tire for damage. If the tire is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide traction in rain or snow. The use of snow cables is not recommended for this vehicle, as damage to your vehicle may occur under extreme handling or rough road conditions. However, if you choose to operate the vehicle with snow cables, avoid these conditions and follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Do not use any type of tire chains, as this will likely cause damage to your vehicle. 203 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)