2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA traction control

Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire is identified by a label located on the
limited use spare wheel. This label contains the driving
limitations for this spare. This tire may look like the
original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your
vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare
tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the
original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the
first opportunity.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. In-
stallation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
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inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard located
on the driver ’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the
driver ’s side door. Replace (or repair) the original
equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it
on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss
of vehicle control.
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.
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•For a 235/65R17 or 235/60R18 tire, use of a snow
traction device with a maximum projection of 9 mm
beyond the tire profile is recommended.
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.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
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damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (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.
• Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
• Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating
speed, and conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device manufac-
turer ’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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.
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Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................121
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................261
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .619
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................605
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................634
Door Ajar .......................... .241, 242
Door Ajar Light ...................... .241, 242
Door Locks Key Fob Emergency Key ...................26
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .175
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .......................59
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .524
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .......745
E-85 Fuel .............................. .682Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)
........194
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .389
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................106
Electronic Brake Control System ...............268
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................266
Traction Control System ...................268
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....405, 409
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............271
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........238
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .494, 497 Change Engine Oil ..................... .217
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .215
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .215
EVIC Display ......................... .215
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Jacking ....................... .559, 562, 639
Jump Starting ......................... .595
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Center Mounted Stop....................546
Cruise ....................... .256, 259, 260
Daytime Running .......................113
Exterior .......................... .377, 543
Fog ..............................113,544
Front Replacement ..................... .543
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Headlights ........................... .540
Headlights On Reminder ..................112
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............115
Intensity Control ........................118
Interior ..............................117
Lights On Reminder .....................112
Low Fuel ............................ .247
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........250
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........120
Park ............................... .257
Passing ..............................115
Reading ..............................117 Seat Belt Reminder
..................... .232
Security Alarm ........................ .240
Service .............................. .537
Side Marker ....................... .542, 543
SmartBeams ...........................115
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........251, 293
Traction Control ....................... .274
Turn Signal .....................254, 377, 542
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......254
Loading Vehicle ...................... .168, 504
Tires ............................... .644
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ..................... .226
Battery Saver On ...................... .226
Electrical Load Reduction .................226
Intelligent Battery Sensor ..................226
Low Tire Pressure System ...................293
Lubrication, Body ........................ .627
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................201
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Rotation............................. .663
Safety ........................... .639, 649
Snow Tires ........................... .658
Spare Tire ...................560, 659, 660, 661
Spinning ............................ .654
Trailer Towing ........................ .516
Tread Wear Indicators ....................654
Tire Safety Information .....................639
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................514
Towing ............................... .506
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .605
Guide ...............................511
Recreational .......................... .521
Weight ...............................511
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........521
Traction ............................... .523
Traction Control ......................... .268
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................278
Trailer Towing .......................... .506Cooling System Tips
.....................520
Hitches ............................. .510
Minimum Requirements ..................515
Tips................................ .520
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................514
Wiring .............................. .518
Trailer Towing Guide .......................511
Trailer Weight ............................511
Transaxle .............................. .394
Automatic ........................... .394
Operation ............................ .394
Transmission ........................... .396
Automatic ........................ .396, 637
Maintenance .......................... .637
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .26
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .....175
Transporting Pets ........................ .373
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .654
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