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CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have
been established for the tire size equipped on your
vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor
damage may result when using replacement equip-
ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
After-market wheels can cause sensor damage. Do
not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if
your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to
the sensors may result.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure always
reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent mois-
ture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which
could damage the wheel rim sensor.
NOTE:
•The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care
and maintenance, nor to provide warning of a tire
failure or condition.
•The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge
while adjusting your tire pressure.
•Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
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Tire Size
The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on
your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load
capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo
loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight
values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are
added.
Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of the front and
rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined
by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer-
cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded.
The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should
then be determined separately to be sure that the load is
properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing
the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front
or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is
within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted
from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the
specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier
items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed
equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving.
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Theft System Disarming.................... 19
Tilt Steering Column..................... 103
Tip Start.............................. 266
Tire and Loading Information Placard......304,305
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 303
Tire Markings.......................... 300
Tire Safety Information.................... 300
Tires ..............................308,446
Air Pressure.......................... 309
Alignment and Balance.................. 315
Chains.............................. 315
Changing............................ 352
General Information.................... 308
High Speed.......................... 311
Inflation Pressures..................... 309
Jacking...........................352,354
Load Capacity.....................304,305
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 317
Pressure Warning Light.................. 206Quality Grading....................... 446
Radial.............................. 312
Replacement......................... 314
Rotation............................. 316
Safety.............................. 300
Sizes............................... 301
Spare Tire........................... 353
Spinning............................ 312
Tread Wear Indicators................... 312
To Open Hood.......................... 96
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 338
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 280
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 358
Towing............................330,359
Disabled Vehicle....................... 359
Guide.............................. 335
Recreational.......................... 346
Weight.............................. 335
Trac-Lok Rear Axle...................... 284
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