2002 Lincoln Blackwood Owner's Manual - Page 190

Maintenance and care Failure to follow these precautions, your vehicle handling may be adversely affected which can lead to loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer and the performance of your Traction Control Sytem. 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 cables. Ford offers tire cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these. See your dealer or qualified service technician for more information on tire cables for your vehicle. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and cables: • Cables should only be used on the rear wheels. • Install cables securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the cables. If this does not work, remove the cables to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire cables 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 cables. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. 190