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Old Sep 5, 2014 | 08:06 PM
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Wrong size tire mounted

So I was at discount tire today getting a wheel replaced because of a punctured sidewall, they mounted a 225 sized tire on my wheel. The rest of my wheels are 215 & I didn't catch it until I checked the new tire when I got home. How much would this affect the awd drivetrain? I'm going to have them replace it eventually, I just won't be able to for a day or two.
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Old Sep 8, 2014 | 09:16 AM
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Fine for a day or two.. No worries.
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Old Sep 9, 2014 | 06:37 AM
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Long term driving is not recommend as the the width changes the hieght. 225(width)40(%of width equals hieght)
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Old Sep 9, 2014 | 08:40 AM
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^true, but for short distance he is ok. And the difference (as a %) is comparable to a worn tire versus a new one...
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Old Sep 12, 2014 | 08:31 PM
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A couple days shouldn't do much damage, but don't expect it to be ok long-term. Depending on driving conditions/scenario I have seen that trigger some strange behavior and warning lights, etc. with the awd system.
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Old Sep 13, 2014 | 03:28 AM
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Thank you for the responses, got it figured out
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