2007 Lincoln MKX Owner's Manual - Page 202
2007 Lincoln MKX Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that only cable chains are used with steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) as chains may chip aluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only cable chains on 18 inch wheels with P245/60R18 tires. • Install cable chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear the cable chains rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the cable chains. If this does not work, remove the cable chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire cable chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire cable chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and cable chains. VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 202 2007 MKX (mkx) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)