FORD 2013 Explorer v.4 - Manual (Page 375)

• Narrower – to provide greater
maneuverability in tight spaces,
particularly in off-road use.
As a result of the above dimensional
differences, sport-utility vehicles,
vans and trucks often will have a
higher center of gravity and a
greater difference in center of
gravity between the loaded and
unloaded condition.
These differences that make your
vehicle so versatile also make it
handle differently than an ordinary
passenger car.
TIRE CARE
Important Tire Information for P265/45ZR20 Sport Tires and Wheels
Your Sport vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to
enhance performance. To continue providing this performance, extra
care must be taken when operating and maintaining your vehicle.
Tires P265/45ZR20
Wheels 20 inch x 9.0 inch aluminum wheels
Your Sport vehicle is equipped with low-profile, high- performance tires
that are designed to optimize the driving dynamics you expect in a Sport
vehicle. These tires are not optimized for off-road or winter (snow or
cold weather) performance, and their ride, noise and wear characteristics
are different than non-performance tires. Also, because of their lower
profile, the tires are more susceptible to damage due to potholes and
rough roads. To make sure that your tires perform as intended, it is
important that you maintain your tires properly:
• The Sport original equipment tires are optimized for performance in
both wet and dry conditions. Ford does not recommend using the
original equipment tires when temperatures drop to about 40°F (5°C)
or below (depending on tire wear and environmental conditions) or in
snow/ice conditions.
374 Wheels and Tires
2013 Explorer (exp)
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