What kind of tire should I get for my Volvo XC90?
If you–like all XC90 drivers–are bound to look for a new tire, here are some of my thoughts on selecting a tire aside from my unhelpful dealer who has three stooges working at the service desk. The stock Pirelli Verde’s are practically crap in the snow and comfort-wise.
What causes premature wear on Volvo XC90 tires?
Poor alignment/rotation conditions also led to premature wear. (Speaking of rotations, have I told you I paid my dealer three times to rotate tires and they wrote “rotated as needed” on the service paper without ever rotating them?)
When does the low tire pressure light turn off?
The low tire pressure light, also know as the TPMS system, on your car should turn off when you have filled your tires to the proper pressure, or “PSI.” Sometimes, it just doesn’t work though.
When does tire air pressure drop in cold weather?
If it Comes on In Cold Weather (in the morning or before you start driving): The air pressure in your tires will drop when the temperatures are colder. In fact, the colder the temperature, the more the pressure will drop. If the tire air pressure falls 25% or more,…
How did Volvo XC90 do in snow storm?
Drove to Syracuse, first 3 hrs heavy snow and handling was excellent for a SUV with all season tires on it. Made a run to the Syracuse airport 2:30 AM last Saturday morning in a lake effect snow storm and it did very well than too.
Can a 2017 XC90 momentum drive in snow?
I am considering a 2017 XC90 Momentum and wondered how it drives in snow – I noticed on the test drive it doesn’t have a “snow” mode feature. The manual says to use Sport mode in snow for “maximum tractive force”. Appreciate anyone’s experience given the start of the snow season in the North East. Thanks.
Can you drive a Volvo with a spare tire?
Be prepared for a flat tire with a Tempa spare tire from Volvo. Maximum speed with spare wheel on the car is 50 MPH. Car may not be driven with more than one Tempa spare wheel mounted at the same time. This is the spare tire only.
What should I do about my Volvo tires?
Maximize the life of your tires by following the basic maintenance suggestions below, and contact your Volvo dealer today for a complimentary tire inspection. Alignments improve performance and help tires last longer. Experts recommend an alignment after having a new set of tires installed or if your vehicle is pulling to the left or right.
Do you get road hazard coverage on Volvo tires?
Road hazard coverage is included on eligible tires at no additional cost to you. Contact your Volvo dealer today for more information. Don’t let wet roads rain on your parade. The right tread depth means a safer driving experience – especially when roads are wet. Renew your stopping power today with new tires.