*- If the spare tyre wheel differs from the stand-
ard tyre wheel, do not perform tyre rotation us-
ing a spare wheel.
CAUTION
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A
compact spare tyre can be fitted tempo-
rarily in place of a tyre that has been re-
moved during the tyre rotation. However,
it must not be included in the regular tyre
rotation sequence.
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If the tyres have arrows (A) indicating
the correct direction of rotation, swap the
front and rear wheels on the left hand
side of the vehicle and the front and rear
wheels on the right hand side of the vehi-
cle separately. Keep each tyre on its origi-
nal side of the vehicle. When fitting the
tyres, make sure the arrows point in the
direction in which the wheels will turn
when the vehicle moves forward. Any
tyre whose arrow points in the wrong di-
rection will not perform to its full poten-
tial.
CAUTION
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Avoid the combined use of different types
of tyres. Using different types of tyres can
affect vehicle performance and safety.
Snow tyres
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The use of snow tyres is recommended for driving
on
snow and ice. To preserve driving stability,
mount snow tyres of the same size and tread pat-
tern on all 4 wheels.
Snow tyres worn more than 50% are no longer suit-
able for use as snow tyres.
Snow tyres which do not meet specifications must
not be used.
CAUTION
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Observe permissible maximum speed for
your snow tyres and the legal speed limit.
NOTE
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The
laws and regulations concerning snow
tyres (driving speed, required use, type, etc.)
vary. Find out and follow the laws and regu-
lations in the area you intend to drive.
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If flange nuts are used on your vehicle,
change to tapered nuts when steel wheels are
used.
Tyre chains
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If tyre chains have to be used, ensure that they are
fitted
only on the drive wheels (front) in accord-
ance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
It is recommended that snow chains are carried in
snow
regions and fitted when required to the front
wheels in accordance with the manufacture’s in-
structions.
Use only tyre chains which are designed for use
with the tyres mounted on the vehicle: use of the in-
correct size or type of chain could result in damage
to the vehicle body.
Contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point before putting on tyre chains. The
max. chain height is as follows.
Tyre size Wheel size
Max. chain
height [mm]
215/45R 18
P215/45R 18
18x7 J
9 mm
205/60R 16
16x6 1/2 J
16x6 1/2 JJ
When driving with tyre chains on the tyres, do not
drive faster than 50 km/h (30 mph). When you
reach roads that are not covered in snow, immedi-
ately remove the tyre chains.
CAUTION
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Practice
fitting the chains before you
need them.
Don’t expect help from other people in
the cold.
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Choose a clear straight stretch of road
where you can pull over and still be seen
while you are fitting the chains.
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Do not fit chains before you need them.
This will wear out your tyres and the
road surface.
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