2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA spare tire

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for
further information.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
•Driving style.
• Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures
can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the
tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replace-
ment.
• Distance driven. •
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
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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.
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.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And
Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and
wheel equivalent in look and function to the original
equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle
of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire
rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option,
refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended
tire rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only.
You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a
compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on
the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the
driver ’s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T”
or “S” preceding the size designation. Example: T145/
80D18 103M.
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T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip-
ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled
on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the
wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Do not install more than one compact spare tire and
wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
WARNING!
Compact spares are for temporary emergency use
only. With these spares, do not drive more than
50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited
tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be
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replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which
apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in
spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only.
This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare
tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn
to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size
spare tire needs to be replaced. 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.
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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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Using The Top Tether Anchorage............369
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .678
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .668
Climate Control ......................... .124
Manual ............................. .124
Coat Hook ............................. .192
Cold Weather Operation ....................384
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............795
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .659
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .229
Connector UCI................................ .743
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........743
Contract, Service ......................... .800
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........633
Cooling System .......................... .630
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............632
Coolant Capacity ...................... .686Coolant Level
......................... .634
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................634
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................631
Inspection ........................ .630, 634
Points To Remember .....................635
Pressure Cap ......................... .633
Radiator Cap ......................... .633
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......631, 686, 687
Corrosion Protection ...................... .667
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................409
Cruise Light ..................... .256, 259, 260
Customer Assistance ...................... .798
Customer Programmable Features .............697
Data Recorder, Event ...................... .345
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............120
Daytime Running Lights ....................113
Dealer Service ........................... .621
Defr

oster, Windshield ...................129, 376
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Heated...............................94
Memory ..............................90
Power ............................ .84, 87
Reclining ..............................60
Seatback Release ..................... .59, 63
Stow \bN Go (Fold in Floor) .................69
Tilting ............................ .59, 63
Security Alarm .......................... .240
Arm The System ........................38
Disarm The System .......................39
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............687
Service Assistance ........................ .798
Service Contract ......................... .800
Service Manuals ......................... .803
Shifting Automatic Transmission ..................396
Shoulder Belts .......................... .306
Signals, Turn ...................113, 254, 377, 542
SmartBeams .............................115 Snow Chains (Tire Chains)
...................661
Snow Tires ............................. .658
Spare Tire .....................560, 659, 660, 661
Spark Plugs ............................ .687
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .687
Oil................................. .687
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .409
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ..................416
Cancel .............................. .409
Resume ............................. .409
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............405, 409
Starting ............................. .33, 383
Cold Weather ......................... .384
Engine Fails To Start .....................385
Remote ...............................33
Starting And Operating .....................383
Starting Procedures ....................... .383
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SteeringTilt Column .......................... .101
Wheel, Heated ........................ .102
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .101
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............742
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .742
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .147
Stow \bN Go (Fold in Floor) Seats ...............69
StownVAC............................ .169
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .603
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .200
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........322
Sway Control, Trailer ...................... .278
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .624
System, Remote Starting .....................33
Telescoping Steering Column .................101
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........132
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .101Tire And Loading Information Placard
..........644
Tire Markings ........................... .640
Tires ....................... .377, 649, 659, 664
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................655
Air Pressure .......................... .649
Chains .............................. .661
Changing ........................ .559, 639
Compact Spare ........................ .659
General Information ..................649, 659
High Speed .......................... .652
Inflation Pressures ...................... .650
Jacking ....................... .559, 562, 639
Life Of Tires .......................... .655
Load Capacity ..................... .644, 645
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .........220, 293
Pressure Warning Light ...................251
Quality Grading ....................... .664
Radial .............................. .652
Replacement .......................... .655
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