2020 DODGE DURANGO snow chains

HIGH PERFORMANCE, LOW ASPECT RATIO TIRES
Many new vehicles come equipped from the factory with high perfor-
mance and/or low aspect ratio tires. Generally, these tires provide
increased vehicle handling capability, but may also have numerous
engineering performance trade-offs associated with their designs.
•Low aspect ratio tires, with reduced sidewall height, may be more
susceptible to damage from potholes, road hazards, and other objects
such as curbs. This is true for the wheels as well. Therefore, as with all
other tires, it is important to drive with care and maintain proper
inflation pressure and load conditions. See “Tire Inflation Pressure”
and “Tire Damage, Inspection and Service Life” in this manual.
• Some

sports
cars
and
other
handling
performance
enhanced
vehicles,

including
sedans
and
light
trucks/SUVs,
may
be
originally
equipped

with
high
performance
tires
that
are
more
optimized
for
warmer

weather
use.
Colder,
inter
weather
traction
may
be
reduced
for
these

types
of
tires.
Winter
tires
may
be
recommended
by
the
vehicle

manufactur

er
for
colder
weather
application.
See
“Winter
Tires,”
the

next
section
in
this
manual.
• High performance tires may also wear more quickly, ride more firmly,
and produce more noise during operation.
Consult your vehicle owner ’s manual and tire information placard, or a
qualified tire service professional, for more information and specifics
regarding these types of tires.
WINTER TIRES
WARNING!
Winter
driving
presents
special
challenges
for
vehicle
mobility.
The

use
of
inter
tires
(including
studs
and
chains)—while
improving

traction
performance
in
snow
and
ice—requires
special
care
with

regard
to
acceleration,
braking,
cornering,
and
speed.
It
is
important

to
drive
with
care,
not
only
on
snow
and
ice,
but
on
dry
and
wet

roads
as
well.
BRIDGESTONE® - FIRESTONE®
In
inter
driving
conditions,
vehicle
control
and
safe
operation
under

braking
and
cornering
is
especially
dependent
upon
the
rear
tires.
For

this
reason,
inter
tires
are
best
applied
to
all
wheel
positions.
Some
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•Improper operation or maintenance: This includes, but is not limited
to, effects caused by:
" Improper
tire
inflation
and/or
improper
load/speed
practices:
These
practices
can
cause
excessive
operational
temperatures
and
stresses
that
exceed
the
tire’s
capabilities.
# Improper
or
insufficient
tire
rotation:
$ Improper
vehicle
alignment
% Damage
due
to:
– Rim
irregularities
or
rim
damage
– Snow
chains
– Vehicle
mechanical
problems,
including
brake
problems,
and
vehicle
wheel
alignment
– Extreme
temperature
exposure
– Negligent
and
abusive
driving
such
as
tire
spinning,
or
racing;
– Improper
tire
storage
– Automotive


accident
– Chemical
corrosion
or
fire
– Use
contrary
to
the
vehicle
manufacturer ’s
tire
recommenda-
tions
– Misuse
or
misapplication
• Improper
Mounting
or
DemountinH
• Alteration: such as, but not limited to, adding a white inlay on
blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding sealant
materials to the tire.
• Weather checking/cracking: Not covered after 48 months from the
date of purchase.
• Failure to observe safety and maintenance precautions set forth in
Section 6.
ATTENTION AUTHORIZED DEALERS: CTA RESERVES THE
RIGHT TO THE FINAL INSPECTION DECISION FOR ALL
RETURNED TIRES ON CONDITIONS UNDER SECTION 3.
THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRAN-
TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND CTA EXPRESSLY DIS-
CLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME U.S. STATES
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•Repairs: If a tire is returned under complaint and the reason for the
tire’s disablement is in any way associated with a repair, or with the
situation that led to the repair, the manufacturer ’s warranty is
invalidated.
• Mileage: Tread wear out up to a predetermined mileage is not covered
under this policy.
• Improper operation or maintenance: This includes, but is not limited
to, effects caused by:

ä Improper
tire
inflation
and/or
improper
load/speed
practices:
These
practices
can
cause
excessive
operational
temperatures
and
stresses
that
exceed
the
tire’s
capabilities.

ä Improper
or
insufficient
tire
rotation

ä Improper
vehicle
alignment

ä Damage
due
to:
– Rim
irregularities
or
rim
damage
– Snow
chains
– Vehicle
mechanical
problems,
including
brake
problems,
and
vehicle
wheel
alignment
– Extreme
temperature
exposure
– Negligent


and
abusive
driving
such
as
tire
spinning,
or
racing;
– Improper
tire
storage
– Automotive
accident
– Chemical
corrosion
or
fire
– Use
contrary
to
the
vehicle
manufacturer ’s
tire
recommenda-
tions
– Misuse
or
misapplication
• Improper Mounting or Demounting
• Alteration: such as, but not limited to, adding a white inlay on
blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding sealant
materials to the tire.
• Weather checking/cracking: Not covered after 48 months from the
date of purchase.
• Failure to observe safety and maintenance precautions set forth in
the Safety Warning Section.
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE ROAD HAZARD
REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
•A tire that is damaged due to vandalism.
• A tire that is damaged due to an accident.
• A tire that is repairable under Rubber Manufacturers Association
(RMA) standards.
• A tire that has failed due to commercial use.
• A tire that is damaged or failed due to racing or off road use.
• A tire that is damaged due to use of snow chains or studs.
• A tire that is damaged or failed due to irregular wear caused by
mechanical issues.
• Original equipment tires on new vehicle.
• Tires transferred from the vehicle that they were originally installed.
CONSUMER’S OBLIGATION WHEN FILING CLAIM
To maintain Mileage Tread Wear Warranty and Road Hazard Replace-
ment Program, the consumer is responsible for the following:
•Any claims must be presented to an authorized NEXEN TIRE dealer.
• Submit or present a copy of the original purchase receipt with
documented automobile mileage at time of tire installation and of tire
dismounting.
• Submit a tire rotation record showing that all tires have been rotated at
least every 5,000-6,000 miles (8,000-10,000 km). Tire rotation record is
not necessary for Mileage claims when tire is within 2/32” difference
of remaining tread depth as measured from shoulder to shoulder on
the claim tire, and compared to the remaining tread depth of the
opposite front/rear or left/right tire.
• Complete and sign the NEXEN TIRE Claim Adjustment form provided
by the dealer, keep a copy for your records and leave the tire with the
dealer for warranty processing.
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TIRE SPINNING
WARNING!
Spinning a tire to remove a vehicle stuck in mud, snow, or wet grass
can be dangerous. This could cause serious personal injury or death
to a bystander or passenger and extensive vehicle damage. A tire
spinning at a speedometer reading above 35 miles per hour
(55 km/h) can reach a speed capable of disintegrating a tire with
explosive force within a matter of seconds. Under some conditions,
a tire may be spinning at twice the speed shown on the
speedometer. Never spin a tire above a speedometer reading of
35 mph (55 km/h). Never allow anyone to stand near or directly
behind the spinning tire. Do not spin if a drive wheel is off the
ground.
TOWING OR USE OF SLIDE-IN TRUCK CAMPERS
If you are towing a trailer or using a slide-in truck camper, refer to your
vehicle Owner ’s Manual.
WINTER (SNOW) TIRES
Winter
driving
presents
special
challenges
for
vehicle

handling.
The
use
of

tires,
studs,
and
chains,
while

improving
traction
performance
in
snow
and
ice,
requires

additional
caution
and
care
with
regard
to
braking,
corner-
ing,
and
speed.
It
is
important
to
drive
with
care
not
only
on snow and ice, but on dry and wet roads as well.
WARNING!
Studded tires may require longer braking distances on dry or wet
paved surfaces. Failure to allow for adequate braking distance could
result in serious personal injury or death.
• Traction is considerably reduced as snow tires approach 50% tread
wear, and replacement should be considered in order to maintain
effectiveness in heavy snow conditions.
• Tire

speed
rating
–
When
lower-speed-rated

tires

replace
higher-speedrated
touring
and
high
performance
all-
season
radial
tires,
do
not
exceed
the
lower-rated
speed.
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•Follow

recommendations
in
the
vehicle
Owner ’s
Manual
for


tires,
studs,
and
chains.
• Consult your tire dealer, the Rubber Manufacturers Association web-
site
www.rma.org, or your state’s Department of Transportation
(DOT) for information regarding regulatory and seasonal restrictions
for stud usage.
• Also see the “Tire Mixing” section in this manual for more details.
• Toyo Tires recommends that snow tires be installed in matched sets of
four.
ADVERSE WEATHER DRIVING
Take special care when driving in adverse weather conditions.
•Rain and snow – Driving in rain or snow considerably reduces the
traction between your tires and the road surface. You must always
reduce your speed to allow additional stopping distance between you
and the vehicles ahead of you.
• Hydroplaning and wet weather driving – Hydroplaning occurs on wet
roads and refers to the loss of tire contact with the road due to the
build-up of water between the tire contact patch and the road surface.
Three main factors affect hydroplaning and, consequently, your tire
traction on wet roads:
1. Vehicle Speed – As speed increases, wet traction is considerably reduced.
2. Water Depth – The deeper the water, the sooner your tires will lose traction. Even thin water layers can create sufficient lubrication to
cause traction loss at low speeds, depending on road conditions.
3. Tire Tread Depth – As your tires wear down, their decreased ability to resist hydroplaning can result in a complete loss of traction and
vehicle control. You should always reduce your speed with consider-
ation for the traffic around you.
• Driving on ice and snow – Your all-season tires were designed to
provide higher levels of snow traction compared to non-all- season
tires. You have all-season tires if you find the letters “M&S” are molded
into the sidewall near the bead. These letters mean “Mud and Snow.”
Tires designed for use in severe snow conditions generally have tread
patterns, structure, and materials for giving superior performance.
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These tires are marked with the “M&S” designation plus a mountain/
snowflake symbol . Even the best all-season tires will not provide
acceptable levels of traction if you drive too fast in snow or ice
conditions and if you do not allow more stopping distance on icy roads
compared to dry road surfaces. Your ability to safely maneuver your
vehicle in snow or ice conditions is considerably reduced if your tires
are too worn to provide adequate road grip.
SAFE USE OF TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES
WARNING!
The spare tire your car is equipped with may be of a different size
and construction from the other tires on your vehicle. When using
any temporary type spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle
manufacturer ’s instructions. Failure to observe recommended
precautions could lead to erratic vehicle behavior and/or tire
damage, possibly resulting in an accident and serious personal
injury or death.
• The temporary spare tire is designed for temporary use only. It must
not be used continuously as a standard tire. The temporary spare tire
should be returned to the trunk as soon as it is convenient to have your
standard tire repaired or replaced.
• The temporary spare tire should not be used for speeds exceeding
50 mph.
• Never use chains on temporary spare tires, because it could cause
damage to your vehicle.
• When you replace the temporary tire, replace it only with the same
type of tire.
• A full-size spare tire in your vehicle is intended for use as a spare when
needed. Please see the “Tire Rotation” section for the proper proce-
dures for including the same size construction and speed-rated tire (for
LT tires of the same size, type, and load rating) in the rotation pattern.
(Do not rotate a temporary spare tire.)
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4. A tread life of up to 3,000 miles (4,800 km) can be expected dependingon road conditions and your driving habits. To conserve tire tread life,
the spare should be returned to the trunk as soon as the standard tire
can be repaired or replaced.
5. Because the YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire was specifically designed for your car, it should not be used on any other vehicle.
6. Do not use snow chains on your YOKOHAMA high pressure spare. This could cause damage to your vehicle.
7. When the tread wear indicator appears on the tire, replace it only with the same type spare tire.
8. Check the tire’s cold inflation pressure monthly and maintain at 60 psi (4.2 kg/cm2) even when not in use. Do not inflate over 60 psi.
9. The YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire should not be used with any other rim nor should standard tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be
used on the YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire rim on which the
YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire was originally installed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
All tires require owner maintenance regardless of how well a tire is
constructed. Operational damages such as punctures, impact damage, cuts,
incorrect inflation, etc., may cause tire failure and subsequent personal
injury and/or property damage. Simple operational and maintenance
practices, as listed below, will reduce the chances of tire problems.
Tire Inspection
Visually inspect your tires frequently for any tire damage such as scrapes,
bulges, cuts, nails, irregular wear, etc. resulting from operation. This must
be done immediately after any known or suspected contact with an object
in the road, a pothole, road irregularity or after severe braking. Refer
these conditions to a reputable tire service center for repair or replace-
ment. Never drive on a tire if such conditions appear.
Tire Loading
Never exceed the maximum vehicle load limit listed on the vehicle
placard, tire information label or in the owners manual. Be aware of the
load carrying limits molded into the tire’s sidewall and do not exceed
those limits. Maximum load can only be carried at the maximum cold
inflation pressure indicated on the tire’s sidewall.
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