TIRE TIPS

Here's what owners of the P235/75R15 Firestone radial ATX andradial ATX II brand tires (produced in North America) and theWilderness AT brand tires can expect:

Illinois customers will be getting new tires at the tail end ofthe replacement effort. The company is replacing tires in the Southfirst because most crashes linked to the tire have occurred in hot-weather states.

Customers will receive a letter from the manufacturer with stepsto be taken.

The recall can be handled at either a tire outlet or autodealership.

Tires will be replaced with an equivalent Bridgestone; Firestonetire or a comparable competitor's tire.

In the meantime, owners are advised to check tires for unusualwear and for proper tire pressure. Ford recommends a tire pressure of26-30 pounds per square inch; Firestone recommends a tire pressure of30 psi.

For more information, call 1-800-465-1904 or log on towww.bridgestone-firestone.com