Lincoln Aviator (2004) SUV [13/24] Inspecting and inflating your tires

INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRES

Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly

inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure

without appearing flat.

Every day before you drive, check

your tires. If one looks lower than

the others, use a tire gauge to check

pressure of all tires, and adjust if

required.

At least once a month and before long

trips, inspect each tire and check the

tire pressure with a tire gauge

(including spare). Inflate all tires to

the inflation pressure recommended

by Ford Motor Company.

Inspecting your tires

Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and

remove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in the

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from

the tire and make necessary repairs.

Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, bruises and other damage. If

internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and

inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety,

tires that are damaged should not be used because they are more likely

to blow out or fail. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so

inspection after off-road use is also recommended.

Inflating Your Tires

Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare,

at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a

reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be

inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire

pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure

even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found

on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on

the tire and loading information label or certification label attached to

the left front door lock facing or door latch post pillar. Failure to follow

tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and

adversely affect the way your vehicle handles.

Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires