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CAUTION!(Continued)
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
We recommend that you follow these guidelines for
storing your vehicle for extended periods.
•Fill the fuel tank. This will prevent water condensation
inside the tank. If you plan to store your vehicle more
than two months, add an anti-oxidant fuel stabilizer to
the fuel tank.
• Change the oil to remove any corrosive combustion
related acids in the crankcase.
• Check that the radiator coolant level of protection is to
at least -20°F (-29°C). •
Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum
pressure.
• Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish.
• Store the vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated location.
• Move the wiper blades away from the windshield.
• Block the wheels. Do not apply the parking brake.
• Cut blocks of plywood about the same size of the tires.
Cover each block with indoor/outdoor carpeting and
place them between the tires and concrete. This will
prevent tire flat spotting.
• For long-term storage, remove the tires and put the
vehicle up on blocks. Stack the tires on plywood and
cover with a tarp to prevent flat spotting.
• If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera-
tures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry,
well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............210
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .210
Storage ............................... .379
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .219
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .331
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........48
Tilt Steering Column .......................117
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .109
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......278, 279
Tire Markings ........................... .272
Tires..................... .89, 283, 288, 289, 405
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................292
Air Pressure .......................... .283
Chains .............................. .295
Compact Spare ........................ .289
General Information ...............283, 288, 289
High Speed .......................... .286
Inflation Pressures ...................... .284Life Of Tires
.......................... .292
Load Capacity ..................... .278, 279
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............296
Pressure Warning Light ...................166
Quality Grading ....................... .405
Radial .............................. .286
Replacement .......................... .293
Rotation ............................. .295
Safety ........................... .272, 283
Sizes ............................... .273
Spare Tire ..................... .288, 289, 290
Spinning ............................ .291
Tread Wear Indicators ....................291
Tire Safety Information .....................272
Tire Service Kit .......317, 318, 319, 321, 322, 325, 326
Towing .............................311,332
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .332
Recreational ...........................311
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........311
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