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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 replacement.
• 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 scheduled
maintenance 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.
NOTE: Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing tires.
Tire Tread
1—WornTire
2—NewTire
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AirBag .........................154, 213, 251
Automatic Headlights......................72
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .178
Brake Warning ......................... .154
Bulb Replacement .....................360, 361
Cargo................................ .107
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .364
Cruise ............................ .163, 164
Daytime Running .........................71
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................70
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ......156
Exterior ............................ .70, 254
Fog ................................. .363
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................354
Headlights ......................... .361, 362
Headlights On With Wipers ..................73
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................71
Interior ................................75
Lights On Reminder .......................73
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........158
Park .............................. .72, 163
Passing ................................72
Reading ................................76
Rear Servicing .......................... .363
Rear Tail Lamps ........................ .363Seat Belt Reminder
...................... .154
Security Alarm ......................... .158
Service ............................ .360, 361
Side Marker ........................... .363
Traction Control ........................ .178
Turn Signals ................70, 163, 254, 362, 363
Vanity Mirror ............................69
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .156, 163
Loading Vehicle ........................... .333
Tires................................. .429
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode .................151
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................151
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............151
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............151
Locks Child
Protection ..........................40
Manual ................................34
Power Door .............................35
Lubrication, Body ......................... .408
Luggage Carrier .......................... .128
Lug Nuts/Bolts ........................... .455
Maintenance ............................. .103
Maintenance Free Battery .....................399
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .393
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Remote ControlStarting System ...........................27
Remote Keyless Entry ........................20
Arm The Alarm ..........................32
Disarm The Alarm ........................32
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........24, 31
Remote Sound System (Radio) Control ...........512
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................29
Remote Starting System .......................27
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .360
Replacement Keys ....................... .24, 31
Replacement Tires ......................... .438
Reporting Safety Defects .....................551
Restraints, Child .......................... .225
Restraints, Head ............................59
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ..................107
Roll Over Warning ...........................5
Roof Type Carrier ......................... .128
Rotation, Tires ............................ .444
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................251
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................253
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................551
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .251Safety Information, Tire
..................... .424
Safety Tips .............................. .250
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .393
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .154
Seat Belts ............................ .198, 251
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................204
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........204
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......204
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........207
Child Restraints ........................ .225
Energy Management Feature ................206
Extender .............................. .205
Front Seat ...................... .198, 200, 202
Inspection ............................. .251
Lap/Shoulder
Belt Operation ................202
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .200
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............204
Operating Instructions .....................202
Pregnant Women ........................ .206
Pretensioners .......................... .206
Rear Seat ............................. .200
Reminder ............................. .199
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .205
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................206
Untwisting Procedure .....................204
564 INDEX