NAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Ð If
Equipped...........................124
mPower Steering........................125
mTire Safety Information..................125
NTire Markings........................125
NTire Identification Number (TIN)..........128
NTire Loading And Tire Pressure...........129
mTiresÐGeneral Information...............133
NTire Pressure.........................133
NTire Inflation Pressures.................134
NRadial-Ply Tires......................136
NCompact Spare Tire Ð If Equipped.........136
NTire Spinning........................137
NTread Wear Indicators..................137
NReplacement Tires.....................138
NAlignment And Balance.................139
mTire Chains...........................139
mSnow Tires...........................140
mTire Rotation Recommendations...........141
mFuel Requirements.....................141
N2.0L Standard Engine..................141
N2.0L High Output Engine................142
NSpark Knock.........................142
NReformulated Gasoline.................142
NGasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............142
NMMT In Gasoline.....................143
NSulfur In Gasoline.....................143
NMaterials Added To Fuel................144
NFuel System Cautions..................144
NCarbon Monoxide Warnings..............145
mAdding Fuel..........................145
NFuel Tank Filler Cap...................145
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
²Because of restricted chain clearance between
tires and other suspension components, it is im-
portant that only chains in good condition are
used. Broken chains can cause serious damage.
Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that
could indicate chain breakage. Remove the dam-
aged parts of the chain before further use.
²Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as
possible and then retighten after driving about1¤2mile (0.8 km).
²Do not exceed 45 mph (70 km/h).
²Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
²Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
²Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions
on the method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for use. Always use the lower
suggested operating speed of the chain manufac-
turer if different than the speed recommended by
the manufacture.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during winter. Standard tires are of the all season type
and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S
designation on the tire side wall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and
type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of 4, failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should
not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120
km/h).
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