2017 JEEP WRANGLER flat tire

Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the origi-
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not
be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures.
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 prohibit stud-
ded 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.
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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 equip-
ment 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. Instal-
lation 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
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.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using
mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster
and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap
solution recommended for the body of the vehicle.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt,
sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride,
etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap
to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a
stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing.
NOTE:Many aftermarket wheel cleaners contain strong
acids or strong alkaline additives that can harm the wheel
surface.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes.
These products and automatic car washes may damage
the wheel’s protective finish. Such damage is not
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performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices,
and differences in road characteristics 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 performance.
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 con-
trolled 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 A represent 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. Ex-
cessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for more than a
month, observe the following precautions:
•
Park your vehicle in a covered, dry and possibly airy
location the windows open slightly.
• Check that the Electric Park Brake is not engaged.
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•Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery
post and be sure that the battery is fully charged. During
storage check battery charge quarterly.
• If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical
system, check the battery charge every thirty days, also
we recommend you use storage mode for more infor-
mation refer to (“Instrument Cluster Display Menu
Items” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”).
• Clean and protect the painted parts by applying protec-
tive waxes.
• Clean and protect polished metal parts by applying
protective waxes.
• Apply talcum powder to the front and rear wiper blades
and leave raised from the glass.
• Cover the vehicle with an appropriate cover taking care
not to damage the painted surface by dragging across
dirty surfaces. Do not use plastic sheeting which will not
allow the evaporation of moisture present on the surface
of the vehicle.
• Inflate the tires at a pressure of +7.25 psi (+0.5 bar)
higher than recommended on the tire placard and check
it periodically. •
Do not drain the engine cooling system.
• Whenever you leave the vehicle is stationary for two
weeks or more, run idle the engine for approximately
five minutes, with the air conditioning system on and
high fan speed. This will ensure a proper lubrication of
the system, thus minimizing the possibility of damage to
the compressor when the vehicle is put back into opera-
tion.
CAUTION!
Before removal of the positive and negative terminals
to the battery, wait at least a minute with ignition
switch in the OFF position and close the driver ’s door.
When reconnecting the positive and negative terminals
to the battery be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position and the driver ’s door is closed.
BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
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Battery.............................. .199, 378
Charging System Light ....................199
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................20
Belts, Seat ............................... .280
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................389
B-Pillar Location .......................... .409
Brake Assist System ........................ .216
Brake Control System, Electronic ................215
Brake Fluid .......................... .400, 445
Brake System ......................... .400, 436
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .436
Fluid Check ........................... .400
Master Cylinder ........................ .400
Parking .............................. .288
Warning Light .......................... .197
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................295
Bulb Replacement ...................... .342, 343
Bulbs, Light .......................... .282, 342
Calibration, Compass ....................... .188
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .442
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .312
Oil (Engine) ........................... .377
Power Steering ......................... .308Radiator (Coolant Pressure)
.................398
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................279, 441
Cargo Light ...............................56
Car Washes .............................. .428
Cellular Phone ........................ .471, 472
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............346
Certification Label ......................... .313
Chains, Tire ............................. .423
Changing A Flat Tire .....................353, 405
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . . . .211
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............279
Checks, Safety ............................ .279
Child

Restraint ........................... .259
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .262
Child Restraints ........................ .259
Child Seat Installation .....................275
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........272
Infants And Child Restraints ................261
LATCH Positions ........................ .266
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............269
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......265
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........261
Seating Positions ........................ .264
Child Safety Locks ..........................31
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Cancel............................... .312
Resume ...............................311
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................309
Starting .............................. .22, 285
Automatic Transmission ....................285
Cold Weather .......................... .286
Engine Block Heater ..................... .287
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .286
Manual Transmission ..................... .285
Remote ................................22
Starting And Operating ..................... .285
Starting Procedures ........................ .285
Steering ..................................48
Power ............................... .308
Tilt Column .............................48
Wheel, Tilt ..............................48
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................469
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .469
Storage, Behind the Seat ..................... .174
Storage, Vehicle .............................68
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .363
Sunrider ............................. .129, 163
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ..........250
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic ................306
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .225Swing Gate, Rear
.......................... .172
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .381
System, Remote Starting ......................22
Tilt Steering Column .........................48
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............409
Tire Markings ............................ .406
Tires......................... .282, 413, 420, 425
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .417
Air Pressure ........................... .413
Chains ............................... .423
Changing .......................... .353, 405
Compact Spare ......................... .421
General Information ...................413,
420
High Speed ............................ .415
Inflation Pressures ....................... .414
Jacking ........................ .353, 356, 405
Life Of Tires ........................... .417
Load Capacity ...................... .409, 410
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............227
Pressure Warning Light ....................204
Quality Grading ........................ .425
Radial ............................... .415
Replacement ........................... .418
Rotation .............................. .424
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