2005 CHRYSLER 300 SRT tire size

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combina-
tions of unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance charac-
teristics, resulting in changes to steering, han-
dling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause
unpredictable handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose control
and have an accident resulting in serious injury or
death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
Alignment And Balance
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
•Fast tire wear.
•Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear.
•Vehicle pull to right or left.
Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull to the left or right.
Alignment will not correct this condition. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.
Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration.
Vibration may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-
balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and
avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
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TIRE CHAINS
If driving conditions require tire chains for your vehicle,
chains that meet SAE class “S” requirements can be used,
but they must be installed on 245/45ZR20 size tires.
Contact your local dealership or tire dealer for these tire
sizes.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of restricted chain clearance between tires
and other suspension components, it is important
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 damaged parts of the chain
before further use.
•Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as pos-
sible and then retighten after driving about12mile
(0.8 km).
•Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Only use on rear wheels.•Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pavement.
•Observe 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 manufacturer if differ-
ent than the speed recommended by the manufac-
ture.
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NOTE:In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and
your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period of time
on dry pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s
instructions on method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for usage.
Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both
the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacture suggest
a maximum speed. This notice applies to all chain
traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains.
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).
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your
type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules”
Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis-
sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual
wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per-
formed.
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Storing Your Vehicle..................... 268
Sun Roof............................. 120
Sunglass Storage....................... 114
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 35
System, Navigation..................... 166
Tachometer........................... 134
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 106
Temperature Control, Automatic............ 171
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......137,225
Theft Alarm............................ 22
Theft System........................... 22
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................. 126
Tilt Steering Column.................... 106
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 201
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 200
Tire Markings......................... 197
Tire Safety Information................... 197
TIREFIT.............................. 226
Tires ...........................57,205,301
Air Pressure......................... 205
Alignment.......................... 210
Chains............................. 211General Information................... 205
High Speed......................... 207
Inflation Pressures.................... 206
Load Capacity....................201,202
Quality Grading...................... 301
Radial............................. 208
Replacement......................... 209
Rotation............................ 212
Safety...........................197,205
Sizes............................... 198
Snow Tires.......................... 212
Spinning............................ 208
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 209
Towing
Behind a Motor Home................. 222
Disabled Vehicle...................... 233
Recreational......................... 222
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 222
Traction Control........................ 107
Traction Control Switch.................. 107
Transmission.......................... 259
Automatic........................183,259
Fluid.............................. 276
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