Black plate (66,1)Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011When rotating P235/50R17 size tires or255/45ZR18 size tires, always use the correctrotation pattern shown here.If the vehicle has a compact spare tire, do notinclude the compact spare tire in the tire rotation.After the tires have been rotated, adjust the frontand rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tireand Loading Information label. See Inflation - TirePressure on page 6‑58 and Loading the Vehicle onpage 5‑23.Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See TirePressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑62.Make certain that all wheel nuts are properlytightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” underCapacities and Specifications on page 6‑128.{ WARNING:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make wheel nutsbecome loose after time. The wheel couldcome off and cause an accident. When youchange a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fromplaces where the wheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency, you can use acloth or a paper towel to do this; but besure to use a scraper or wire brush later,if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 6‑94.Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub withwheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tirerotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Donot get grease on the flat wheel mounting surfaceor on the wheel nuts or bolts.6-66
