2006 DODGE DURANGO wheel alignment

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion 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.
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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.
SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION
– IF EQUIPPED
A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen-
gers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs (91kg) of cargo.
Cold tire inflation pressures for a lightly loaded vehicle
will be found on the face of the driver’s door.
TIRE CHAINS
Use “Class S” chains on Durango, or other traction aids
that meet SAE Type “S” specifications.
NOTE:Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle,
as recommended by the chain manufacturer.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires or chains, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of limited chain clearance between tires and
other suspension components, it is important that only
chains in good condition are used. Broken chains can
cause serious vehicle damage. Stop the vehicle immedi-
ately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage.
Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further
use.
•Install chains as tightly as possible and then retighten
after driving about 1/2 mile (0.8 km).
•Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h).•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2 vehicles.•Do not drive for a prolonged period 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 of the chain manufacturer if different than the
speed recommended by the manufacturer.
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Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 24
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 279
Trip Computer.......................... 156
Trip Odometer.......................... 187
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 191
Turn Signals......................136,183,378
Underhood Fuses........................ 373
Universal Transmitter..................... 162
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 359
Vanity Mirrors........................... 87
Variance, Compass....................... 160
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 5
Vehicle Loading......................270,292
Vehicle Storage......................... 410
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 215Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 183
Warnings and Cautions..................... 5
Warranty Information..................... 415
Washers, Windshield..................... 139
Washing Vehicle......................... 367
Weight Load Carrying.................... 292
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 281
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 368
Wheel Changing........................ 317
Wheel Mounting........................ 320
Wheel Nut Torque....................... 323
Wind Buffeting......................... 169
Window Fogging........................ 234
Windows.............................. 34
Power............................... 34
Windshield Defroster................76,225,230
Windshield Washers................137,139,352
Fluid............................137,352
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