Buick 2006 manual When It Is Time for New Tires

Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-102 .

{CAUTION:

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70.

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When It Is Time for New Tires

One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch

(1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.

You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true:

•You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.

•You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.

•The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.

•The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.

•The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.