Standard size of tire

Safety

• Choosing a tire and replacement

  Follow the original vehicle manufacturer OE rim specifications and discuss with a professional tire shop before making a replacement. All tires used must be of identical specifications and tread pattern. Do not mix different models, structures, or sizes of tires, to avoid accidents. Tires are marked with a direction on the sidewall and are to be installed in that direction.
   

• Correct use and daily inspection

  • 1. Tire Pressure

    ．Measure the tire pressure when the tire is cold and inflate to originally specified pressure.

  • 2. Treadwear Indicator

    ．Minimum tread depth is limited to 1.6mm. There are ▲on the circumference of tire shoulder to specify where treadwear indicators are located.

  • 3. Caution
    • 1. Check the tire surface for cracks, pins, metal scraps, glass or anything that may puncture the tire. .Also, check for pebbles stuck in the grooves. If any of the above situations occur, please go to a professional tire shop for repair.Do not use a tire with damage through which the underlying fabric or steel belt is visible, to prevent accidents.
    • 2. Mounting a tire to rim should be following the“←” instruction of direction.
    • 3. The tires should be rotated according to specifications.
    • 4. If the tire crown is abnormally worn (damage), please go to a professional tire shop for replacement.
    • 5. Avoid direct sunlight, rain, oil, and electric sparks in tire storage locations.
    • 6. The tire is made of rubber and will deteriorate after a long period of use, and should be periodically inspected. Nankang doesn’t guaranty tire whichever five years off from manufactured date the tires should be inspected regularly by the shop; tire over 5 year-old must be replaced.

• Important Precautions for Drivers

  • 1. Avoid grinding the sidewall against the curb and running over bumpy surfaces to limit damage to the tires.
  • 2. Avoid sharp cornering, quick stops, and rapid acceleration to prevent accidents from happening.
  • 3. Keep a safe driving distance and obey the speed limit.
  • 4. When you feel vibration from the vehicle or steering wheel, inspect the tires or return them to a tire shop for a checkup.