Check tire pressures more often if
subject to a wide range of outdoor
temperatures, as tire pressures vary with
temperature changes.
Tire pressures change by approximately
1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind
when checking tire pressure inside a
garage, especially in the Winter.
Example: If garage temperature = 68°F
(20°C) and the outside temperature =
32°F (0°C) then the cold tire inflation
pressure should be increased by 3 psi
(21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for
every 12°F (7°C) for this outside
temperature condition.
Tire pressure may increase from 2 to
6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) during operation. DO
NOT reduce this normal pressure build up
or your tire pressure will be too low.
Tire Pressures For High Speed
Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at
safe speeds and within posted speed
limits. Where speed limits or conditionsare such that the vehicle can be driven at
high speeds, maintaining correct tire
inflation pressure is very important.
Increased tire pressure and reduced
vehicle loading may be required for
high-speed vehicle operation. Refer to
your authorized tire dealer or original
equipment vehicle dealer for
recommended safe operating speeds,
loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
Warning!
High speed driving with your vehicle under
maximum load is dangerous. The added
strain on your tires could cause them to fail.
You could have a serious collision. Do not
drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum
capacity at continuous speeds above
75 mph (120 km/h).
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation
Pressures
For vehicle speeds below 100 mph
(160 km/h), recommended cold tire
inflation pressures are listed on the TireAnd Loading Information Placard located
on driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge
of the driver's side door.
When driving at speeds 100 mph
(160 km/h) and above, increased tire
pressures and reduced vehicle loading
are required for high-speed vehicle
operation.
For driving speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) recommended cold tire
inflation pressures are listed below
under "High Speed Tire Inflation
Pressure". Vehicle loading condition must
not exceed 688 lbs. (312 kg) (driver +
three passengers + 88 lbs. (40kg)
luggage).
Warning!
High speed driving with your vehicle under
maximum load is dangerous. The added
strain on your tires could cause them to fail.
You could have a serious collision.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
TiresWheel Recommended Cold
Tire InflationPressure High Speed Tire
Inflation Pressure
Front Rear Front Rear
Original Equipment 255/45R20
101Y
20x9J 33 psi/
227kpa–39 psi/
269kpa–
285/40R20 104Y 20x10J –36 psi/
248kpa–42 psi/
290kpa
Snow Tires 255/45R20 M+S
20x9J33 psi/
227kpa–39 psi/
269kpa–
285/40R20 M+S 20x10J–36 psi/
248kpa–42 psi/
290kpa
Radial Ply Tires
Warning!
Combining radial ply tires with other types
of tires on your vehicle will cause your
vehicle to handle poorly. The instability could
cause a collision. Always use radial ply tires
in sets of four. Never combine them with
other types of tires.
Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be
repaired if it meets the following criteria:
The tire has not been driven on when
flat.
The damage is only on the tread
section of your tire (sidewall damage is
not repairable).
The puncture is no greater than a ¼ of
an inch (6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire
repairs and additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires
that have experienced a loss of pressure
should be replaced immediately with
another Run Flat tire of identical size and
service description (Load Index and
Speed Symbol).
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 immediately. 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 information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice
conditions, do not spin your vehicle's
wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously
without stopping.
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equipment dealer with any questions you
may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect
the safety, handling, and ride of your
vehicle.
Warning!
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating,
or speed rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance
characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your vehicle.
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 readings.
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.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the
original equipment 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.
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LocksPower Door ...............23
Steering Wheel .............20
Luggage Compartment Light (Bulb Replacement) .............192
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ................ .101
Manual, Service ............. .265
Methanol ................. .255
Mirrors ....................37
Automatic Dimming ..........37
Electric Powered ............37
Electric Remote ............37
Heated ..................38
OBD System ............... .101
Occupant Restraints ...........117
Oil, Engine Capacity ............... .257
Recommendation ..........257
Viscosity ............... .257
Overheating, Engine ...........203
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . .265
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .............243
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System . . .106
Park Sensors System ..........173Performance (Top Speed)
........260
Pets.................... .141
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ............. .230
Power Door Locks ...............23
Mirrors ..................37
Seats ...................29
Sunroof .................55
Power Sunroof ...............55
Power Supply .............. .248
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts . . .121
Pretensioners Seat Belts .............. .121
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ......242
Radial Ply Tires ............. .235
Radio Frequency General Information ......18,20,27
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ...................5
Rear Armrest ................68
Rear Camera .............. .179
Rear Cross Path .............107
Rear
Seats ..................32
Rear Window Wiper/Washer .......46
Reformulated Gasoline .........255
Refueling Procedure ...........180
Refueling The Vehicle ..........180
Reminder, Seat Belt ...........118 Remote Starting System
........146
Replacement Keys .............18
Replacement Tires ............236
Replacing A Bulb .............188
Replacing An External Bulb .......191
Replacing An Internal Bulb .......191
Reporting Safety Defects .......264
Restraint, Head ...............34
Restraints, Child .............131
Rims And Tires ..............226
Roll Over Warning ..............3
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ......142
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .....143
Safety Defects, Reporting .......264
Safety Information, Tire .........226
Safety Tips ............... .141
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...........141
Saving Fuel ............... .183
Scheduled Servicing ...........210
Scheduled Servicing Program (2.9L V6 Gasoline Engine
Versions) ............... .212
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt
Anchorage .............. .120
Energy Management Feature . . . .121
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . .120
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........118
Pregnant Women ...........121
INDEX
Seat Belt Pretensioner.......121
Seat Belt Reminder ..........118
Seat Belt Reminder ...........118
Seat Belts ............. .118,142
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ......120
Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Anchorage .............. .120
Child Restraint ............131
Front Seat .............. .118
Inspection .............. .142
Pregnant Women ...........121
Pretensioners .............121
Rear Seat .............. .118
Untwisting Procedure ........120
Seats .....................28
Adjustment ...............29
Head Restraints ............34
Height Adjustment ...........29
Power ..................29
Tilting ..................29
Sentry Key Replacement .........18
Service Assistance ............262
Service Contract .............263
Service Manuals .............265
Servicing Procedures ..........219Shoulder Belts
............. .118
Signals, Turn ............. .41,143
Snow Chains ............... .240
Snow Tires ................ .239
Spare Tire ................ .237
Spare Tires .............237,238
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............. .165
Cancel ................ .166
Resume ............... .165
Set .................. .165
Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . .166
Speed Limiter .............. .163
Starting .................
.203
Cold
Weather .............147
Starting And Operating .........203
Starting Procedures ...........203
Starting The Engine ...........146
Steering ................. .252
Tilt Column ...............36
Wheel Lock ...............20
Wheel, Heated .............37
Wheel, Tilt ................36
Steering Wheel ...............36
Stop/Start System ............161
Suggestions For Driving .........183
Sun Roof ...................55
Sun Visors ..................63 Supplemental Restraint
System - Air Bag ............123
Suspension ............... .251
Symbols ....................7
Telescoping Steering Column ......36
Tilt Steering Column ............36
Tire And Loading Information Placard ................ .230
Tire Markings .............. .226
Tire Safety Information .........226
Tire Service Kit ..............198
Tires ...........143,233,237,241
Aging (Life Of Tires) .........236
Air Pressure ..............233
Changing ............... .225
Compact Spare ............237
Flat Changing .............198
General Information ......233,237
General Information .........237
High Speed ..............234
Inflation Pressure ...........233
Jacking ................ .225
Life Of Tires ..............236
Load Capacity .............230
Load Capacity .............230
Quality
Grading ............241
Radial ................. .235