1996 Lincoln Continental Owner's Manual - Page 258

Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Stay within the recommended load limits (see Load limits in the Index). Make sure the weight of your load is evenly distributed. If you do not take these precautions, your tires may fail or go flat. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. /!\ WARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. At least once a month, check the pressure in all your vehicle's tires, including the spare. Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). You can find proper cold pressure and load limits of recommended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. /!\ WARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire Rotation Because your vehicle's front and rear tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them as indicated in the following diagram. 256