2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA spare tire

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE377
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original
equipment tires to help you in determining
when your tires should be replaced.

Tire Tread

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 scheduled maintenance is
highly recommended. NOTE:
Wheel Valve Stem must be replaced as well
when installing new tires due to wear and tear
in existing tires.
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 wear and correct cold
tire inflation pressures. The manufacturer
strongly recommends that you use tires
equivalent to the originals in size, quality and
performance when replacement is needed.
Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear
Indicators” in this section. Refer to the Tire and
Loading Information placard or the Vehicle
Certification Label for the size designation of
your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for
your tire will be found on the original equipment
tire sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found in the
“Tire Safety Information” section of this manual
for more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE379
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
original 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
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.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in
“Starting And Operating” for restrictions when
towing with a spare tire designated for
temporary emergency use.
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.
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.
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Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
The collapsible spare is for temporary
emergency use only. You can identify if your
vehicle is equipped with a collapsible 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.
Collapsible spare tire description example:
165/80-17 101P. 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.
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly installed to the vehicle. Inflate the
collapsible tire using the electric air pump
before lowering the vehicle.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount
a conventional tire on the collapsible spare
wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically
for the collapsible spare tire.
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.
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!
Compact and collapsible 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 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.
WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible 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 replaced. Be sure to
follow the warnings, which apply to your
spare. Failure to do so could result in spare
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE381
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 and remember to always wash when the
surfaces are not hot to the touch.
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.

When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including
excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the
selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals
and equipment to prevent damage to the wheels.
Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar Chrome
Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for
aluminum or chrome wheels.

NOTE:
If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for
an extended period after cleaning the wheels
with wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply
the brakes to remove the water droplets from
the brake components. This activity will remove
the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use
only. Installation 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.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that
use acidic solutions or strong alkaline
additives or harsh brushes. Many aftermarket
wheel cleaners and automatic car washes
may damage the wheel's protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap,
Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is
recommended.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle
brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel's protective
finish. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car wash
soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is
recommended.
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Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or
Low Gloss Clear Coat Wheels
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.
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.
Tire Rotation Recommendations
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
operate at different loads and perform different
steering, driving, and braking functions. For
these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation
of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially
worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such
as those on all season type tires. Rotation will
increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these
specialty wheels, DO NOT USE wheel
cleaners, abrasives, or polishing compounds.
They will permanently damage this finish and
such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY
USING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT
CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all that
is required to maintain this finish.
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 clear-
ance between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only trac-
tion devices in good condition are used.
Broken devices can cause serious 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 retighten 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
pavement.
Observe the traction device manufacturer’s
instructions on the method of installation,
operating speed, and conditions for use.
Always use the suggested operating speed
of the device manufacturer’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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Bluetooth Connect Or Disconnect Link Betweenthe Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 465Connecting To A Particular Mobile PhoneOr Audio Device After Pairing................460Bluetooth Mode............................................. 448Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 356B-Pillar Location............................................. 371Brake Assist System...................................... 153Brake Control System, Electronic.................. 153Brake Fluid.................................................... 396Brake System...................................... 364, 388Anti-Lock (ABS).......................................... 388Fluid Check..................................... 364, 396Master Cylinder......................................... 364Parking...................................................... 225Warning Light............................................ 141Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 229Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 67Bulb Replacement............................... 306, 309Bulbs, Light................................. 218, 306, 309
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Camera.......................................................... 283Camera, Rear...................................... 283, 284Capacities, Fluid............................................ 393
Caps, FillerFuel................................................. 286, 339Oil (Engine)............................................... 349Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 363Car Washes................................................... 385Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 216, 392CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 103Cargo Area Cover.......................................... 103Cargo CompartmentLuggage Carrier........................................ 121Cargo Load Floor........................................... 103Cargo Tie-Downs........................................... 103Cellular Phone.............................................. 491Center High Mounted Stop Light................... 311Certification Label......................................... 288Chains, Tire................................................... 382Change Oil Indicator..................................... 129Changing A Flat Tire............................. 320, 366Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 367Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................................................. 151Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 216Checks, Safety.............................................. 216Child Restraint.............................................. 198
Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 201Center Seat LATCH................................... 207Child Seat Installation...................... 209, 212How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 208Infant And Child Restraints....................... 199Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 202Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 200Seating Positions...................................... 202Using The Top Tether Anchorage.............. 214Cigar Lighter.................................................. 120Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 390CleaningWheels...................................................... 381Climate Control................................................70Automatic....................................................80Manual........................................................70Rear......................................................78, 87Coat Hook..................................................... 117Cold Weather Operation................................ 223Compact Spare Tire...................................... 379Computer, Trip/Travel................................... 140Contract, Service........................................... 500Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 363

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Seat Belt Extender
.................................... 180Seat Belt Pretensioner.............................. 181Untwisting Procedure................................ 176Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 386Seats................................................. 35, 49, 53Adjustment............................. 35, 36, 37, 49Bench.......................................................... 37Heated........................................................ 53Memory....................................................... 34Power................................................... 48, 50Rear Folding................................................ 35Reclining..................................................... 36Seatback Release................................ 35, 37Stow ‘n Go (Fold in Floor)............................ 43Tilting................................................... 35, 37Security Alarm............................................... 144Arm The System.......................................... 24Disarm The System..................................... 24Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)...................394Sentry Key Key Programming........................................ 23Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................. 22Sentry Key Replacement................................. 23Service Assistance......................................... 499Service Contract............................................ 500Service Manuals............................................ 502ShiftingAutomatic Transmission............................ 230Shoulder Belts............................................... 174Side View Mirror Adjustment........................... 59
Signals, Turn........................ 63, 149, 218, 309Siri................................................................ 496Sirius Satellite Radio..................................... 440Favorites................................................... 442Replay...................................................... 442SiriusXM Satellite RadioBrowse in SXM......................................... 443Favorites................................................... 442Replay...................................................... 442SmartBeams.................................................... 64Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 382Snow Tires.................................................... 379Spare Tire Changing..................................... 320Spare Tire Stowage....................................... 330Spare Tires................................. 320, 379, 380Spark Plugs................................................... 394SpecificationsOil............................................................. 394Speed ControlAccel/Decel (ACC Only)............................. 243Cancel...................................................... 239Resume.................................................... 239Speed Control (Cruise Control)............ 237, 239Starting...................................................19, 219Button......................................................... 18Cold Weather............................................ 223Engine Fails To Start................................. 223Remote........................................................ 19Starting And Operating.................................. 219Starting Procedures...................................... 219
Steering........................................................ 234Tilt Column...................................................58Wheel, Heated.............................................58Wheel, Tilt....................................................58Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 467Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls........................................................ 467Storage, Vehicle...............................................91Store Radio Presets...................................... 440Stow ‘n Go (Fold In Floor) Seats.......................43Stow ‘n Vac................................................... 103Stuck, Freeing............................................... 341Sun Roof..........................................................95Sunglasses Storage...................................... 120Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag.... 185Sway Control, Trailer..................................... 158Synthetic Engine Oil...................................... 352System, Remote Starting.................................19
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Telescoping Steering Column...........................58Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC).............90Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................................. 103Tilt Steering Column.........................................58Time DelayHeadlight.....................................................63Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 371Tire Markings................................................ 366Tire Safety Information.................................. 366Tire Service Kit.............................................. 330

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Tire Stowage
.................................................. 330Tires................................... 218, 374, 379, 383Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 377Air Pressure............................................... 374Chains....................................................... 382Changing......................................... 320, 366Compact Spare......................................... 379General Information........................ 374, 379High Speed................................................ 375Inflation Pressure...................................... 375Jacking................................... 320, 322, 366Life Of Tires............................................... 377Load Capacity............................................ 371Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)............................... 131, 146, 167Quality Grading.......................................... 383Radial........................................................ 376Replacement............................................. 377Rotation.................................................... 382Safety.............................................. 366, 374Sizes.......................................................... 367Snow Tires................................................. 379Spare Tires............................. 320, 379, 380Spinning.................................................... 376Trailer Towing............................................ 295Tread Wear Indicators............................... 377Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 388To Open Hood.................................................. 97Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight....................... 294
Towing.......................................................... 289Disabled Vehicle....................................... 342Guide........................................................ 291Recreational............................................. 298Weight...................................................... 291Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 298Traction......................................................... 299Traction Control............................................ 158Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 158Trailer Towing............................................... 289Cooling System Tips................................. 297Hitches..................................................... 291Minimum Requirements........................... 294Tips........................................................... 297Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 294Wiring....................................................... 296Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 291Trailer Weight................................................ 291TransaxleAutomatic................................................. 228Operation................................................. 228Transmission................................................ 230Automatic........................................ 230, 365Maintenance............................................ 365Transporting Pets.......................................... 215Tread Wear Indicators.................................. 377Turn Signals.................................. 63, 149, 309
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UconnectAdvanced Phone Connectivity
................... 465Phone Call Features................................. 462Theater..................................................... 469Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................... 465Uconnect Settings.......................................21Uconnect 4 With 7-Inch Display.................... 398Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display.. 415Uconnect Phone................ 456, 457, 459, 460Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 464Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress................ 464Bluetooth Communication Link................ 466Call By Saying A Phonebook Name........... 463Call Continuation...................................... 465Call Controls............................................. 463Call Termination....................................... 465Cancel Command..................................... 457Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 465Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing................ 460
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