1997 Mercury Mystique Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199

Tires Checking Tire Pressure s Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. s Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). s Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire Rotation Because your vehicle's front and rear tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them as indicated in the following diagram. Do not include the spare tire as part of your rotation. For tire rotation intervals, see the Maintenance Schedule booklet. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. 200