2007 Infiniti M35 Owner's Manual - Page 351

placing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire. 6 k Term of "tubeless" or "tube type" face outward when mounted on a vehicle. tion Booklet. TYPES OF TIRES All season tires INFINITI specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance all year, including snowy and icy road conditions. All Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas. Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube ("tube type") or not ("tubeless"). The word "radial" is shown, if the tire has radial structure. Manufacturer or Brand name is shown. WARNING When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (Example: Summer, All Season or Snow) and construction. An INFINITI dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability. Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than the factory equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. Replacing tires with those not originally specified by INFINITI could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. For additional information regarding tires, refer to "Important Tire Safety Information" (US) or "Tire Safety Information" (Canada) in the Warranty Informa- 7 k The word "radial" 8 k Manufacturer or Brand name Summer tires INFINITI specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer tire performance is substantially reduced in snow and ice. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire sidewall. If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, INFINITI recommends the use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. Other tire-related terminology: In addition to the many terms that are defined throughout this section, Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or (2) the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-39