1997 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 300

Maintenance and Care Inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, bruises and other damage. If you suspect internal damage to the tire, have it removed and checked. You may need to repair or replace it. 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. In situations where the tires differ from front to rear (snow/traction), simply rotate using a side to side pattern. Rotating the tires After each rotation, adjust individual tire pressure as specified on the Tire Pressure Decal. Tighten wheel lug nuts to the required torque specification and retighten again after 500 miles (800 km). If your vehicle has the optional full-size spare tire, you may rotate the spare tire into the rotation pattern. 303