Subaru 2003 Legacy - Manual (Page 312)

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Snow tires
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All models except Outback
WARNING
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When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make
sure you use only the same size, construction and load range as
the original tires listed on the tire placard. Using other sizes and
construction may affect speedometer/odometer calibration and
clearance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous
and lead to loss of vehicle control.
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You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, cir-
cumferences, construction, brand, and load range. Mixing other
sizes, circumferences or constructions may result in severe me-
chanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect
ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibration. It
also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control.
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Do not use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires
since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead
to an accident.
Your vehicle is equipped with “all season tires” which are designed to
provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking per-
formance in year-round driving. In winter, it may be possible to en-
hance performance through use of tires designed specifically for win-
ter driving conditions.
If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use the
correct tire size and type. You must install four winter tires that are of
the same size, construction, brand and load range and you should
never mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may result in dan-
gerous handling characteristics. When you choose a tire, make sure
that there is enough clearance between the tire and vehicle body.
Remember to drive with care at all times regardless of the type of tires
on your vehicle.