Wheels and tires – FORD 2015 Focus Electric User Manual

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gauge reading will indicate the tire
inflation pressure after about 30
seconds of operation. You should
check the final tire pressure with the
compressor turned OFF in order to get
an accurate pressure reading.

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9. When the tire reaches the

recommended tire pressure, switch off
the kit, unplug the power cable, and
disconnect the hose from the tire valve.
Re-install the valve cap on the tire
valve and return the kit to the stowage
area.

10.

Immediately and cautiously, drive the
vehicle 4 miles (6 kilometers) to
distribute the sealant evenly inside
the tire. Do not exceed 50 mph (80
km/h).

11.

After 4 miles (6 kilometers), stop and
check the tire pressure. See Second
Stage: Checking Tire Pressure.

Note: If you experience any unusual
vibration, ride disturbance or noise while
driving, reduce your speed until you can
safely pull off to the side of the road to call
for roadside assistance.

Note: Do not proceed to the second stage
of this operation.

Second Stage: Checking Tire

Pressure

WARNINGS

If you are proceeding from the First
stage: Re–inflating the tire with
sealing compound and air section

and have injected sealant in the tire and
the pressure is below 20 psi (1.4 bar), stop
and call roadside assistance. If tire
pressure is above 20 psi (1.4 bar), continue
to the next step.

The power plug may get hot after use
and should be handled carefully
while unplugging.

Check the air pressure of your tires as
follows:

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1.

Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve.

2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

onto the valve stem by turning
clockwise.

3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the

air position.

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