Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 210 / 539

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Los neumáticos, ¿cuándo hay que cambiarlos?

When do tyres have to be changed?

  • ACuando la profundidad del dibujo sea menor de 1,6 mm.When the tread depth is less than 1.6 mm.
  • BCuando la profundidad del dibujo sea menor de 2 mm.When the tread depth is less than 2 mm.
  • CCuando la profundidad del dibujo sea menor de 3 mm.When the tread depth is less than 3 mm.
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Correct answer

  • ACuando la profundidad del dibujo sea menor de 1,6 mm.When the tread depth is less than 1.6 mm.
Explanation

The legal minimum tyre tread depth is 1.6 mm; below this, the tyre does not clear water well, loses grip and must be replaced.

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