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While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid
and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro-
hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
(80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation
pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the
Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire
inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited
driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi-
ately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable.
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat
mode.See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor-
mation.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in
“In Case Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited-use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•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 a collision.
• 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.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
• Install on Front Tires Only.
• Due to limited clearance, on a 215/60 R16 and 215/55
R17, use reduced size snow chains or traction devices
with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond the tire
profile
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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Outside...............................80
Rearview ..............................78
Vanity ................................98
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .337
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................278
Occupant Restraints ...................... .207
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............335, 510
Oil, Engine ......................... .446, 510
Capacity ............................ .509
Change Interval ....................... .447
Checking ............................ .446
Disposal ............................. .449
Filter ............................ .449, 510
Filter Disposal ........................ .449
Materials Added To ..................... .449
Recommendation ....................448, 509 Viscosity
......................... .448, 509
Oil Filter, Change ........................ .449
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .449
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................160
Operating Precautions ..................... .160
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors ....................80
Overheating, Engine ...................... .412
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........5,14
Paint Care ............................. .469
Parking Brake ........................... .279
ParkSense System, Rear .....................316
Pets .................................. .262
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........485
Power Brakes .............................. .197
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........147
Sunroof ............................. .131
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Sun Visor Extension...................... .146
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........224
System, Remote Starting .....................43
Telescoping Steering Column ..................76
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........120
Tilt Steering Column ........................76
Time Delay, Headlight .......................95
Tip Start ............................... .274
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......484, 485
Tire Markings ........................... .478
Tires............................ .15, 266, 489
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................497
Air Pressure .......................... .489
Chains .............................. .499
Changing ........................ .390, 476
General Information .....................489
High Speed .......................... .492
Inflation Pressures ...................... .490Jacking
.......................... .390, 476
Life Of Tires .......................... .497
Load Capacity ..................... .484, 485
Quality Grading .........................15
Radial .............................. .492
Replacement .......................... .497
Rotation ............................. .500
Safety ........................... .478, 489
Sizes ............................... .479
Snow Tires ........................... .494
Spinning ............................ .496
Tread Wear Indicators ....................496
Tire Safety Information .....................478
Tire Service Kit .......................... .402
Towing ............................... .350
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .419
Recreational .......................... .351
Towing Eyes ............................ .422
T
owing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........351
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