2020 DODGE DURANGO trailer

Tire And Loading Information Placard
This placard tells you important information about the:v 5IF
Oumber
of
people
that
can
be
carried
in
the
vehicle.
v 5IF
Uotal
weight
your
vehicle
can
carry.
v TIF
Uire
size
designed
for
your
vehicle.
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Dold
tire
inflation
pressures
for
the
front,
rear,
and
spare
tires.
Tire And Loading Information Placard
TIRES
Loading
The
vehicle
maximum
load
on
the
tire
must
not
exceed
the
load
carrying

capacity
of
the
tire
on
your
vehicle.
Yo u
will
not
exceed
the
tire’s
load

carrying
capacity
if
you
adhere
to
the
loading
conditions,
tire
size,
and

cold
tire
inflation
pressures
specified
on
the
Ti re
and
Loading
Informa-
tion
placard
in
“Vehicle
Loading”
in
the

“Starting
And
Operating”

section
of
your
Owner ’s
Manual.
NOTE:
Under
a
maximum
loaded
vehicle
condition,
gross
axle
weight
ratings

(GAWRs)
for
the
front
and
rear
axles
must
not
be
exceeded.
For
further
information
on
GAWRs,
vehicle
loading,
and
trailer
towing,

refer
to
“Vehicle
Loading”
in
the
“Starting
And
Operating”
section

of
your
Owner ’s
Manual.
To
determine
the
maximum


loading
conditions
of
your
vehicle,
locate
the

statement
“The
combined
weight
of
occupants
and
cargo
should
never
9

exceed
XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs”
on
the
Ti re
and
Loading
Information
placard.

The
combined
weight
of
occupants,
cargo/luggage
and
trailer
tongue

weight
(if
applicable)
should
never
exceed
the
weight
referenced
here.
Steps
For
Determining
Correct
Load
Limit

û
W
ü Locate
the
statement
“The
combined
weight
of
occupants
and
cargo
should
never
exceed
XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs.”
on
your
vehicle’s
placard.

û
X
ü Determine
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver
and
passengers
that
will
be
riding
in
your
vehicle.

û
Y
ü Subtract
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver
and
passengers
from
XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs.

û
Z
ü The
resulting
figure
equals
the
available
amount
of
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
.
For
example,
if


“XXX”
amount
equals
1400
lbs
and
there
will
be
five
150
lb
passengers
in
your
vehicle,
the
amount
of
available
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
is
650
lbs.
(1400-750
(5x150)
=
650
lbs.

û
[
ü Determine
the
combined
weight
of
luggage
and
cargo
being
loaded
on
the
vehicle.
That
weight
may
not
safely
exceed
the
available
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
calculated
in
Step
4.

û
\
ü If
your
vehicle
will
be
towing
a
trailer,
load
from
your


trailer
will
be
transferred
to
your
vehicle.
Consult
this
manual
to
determine
how
this
reduces
the
available
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
of
your
vehicle.
Metric
Example
For
Load
Limit
For
example,
if
“XXX”
amount
equals
635
kg
and
there
will
be
five
68
kg

passengers
in
your
vehicle,
the
amount
of
available
cargo
and
luggage

load
capacity
is
295
kg
(635-340
(5x68)
=
295
kg)
as
shown
in
step
4.
NOTE: • If
your
vehicle
will
be
towing
a
trailer,
UIF
load
from

your
trailer
will
be
transferred
to
your
vehicle.
The
following
table
shows
examples
on
how
to
calculate
total
load,
cargo/luggage,
and
towing
capacities
of
your
vehicle
with
varying
seating
configurations
and
number
and
size
of
occupants.
This
table
is
for
illustration
purposes
only
and
may
not
be
accurate
for
the
seating
and
load
carry
capacity
of
your
vehicle.
• For
the
following
example,
the
combined
weight
of
occupants
and
cargo
should
never
exceed


865
lbs
(392
kg).
TIRES
10

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 thana¼ofaninch (6 mm).
TIRES
Consult
an
authorized
tire
dealer
for
tire
repairs
and
additional
informa-
tion.
Run FlatTires —IfEquipped
Run
G lat
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
S un
Glat
mode.
A
Sun
G lat
mode
occurs

when
the
tire
inflation
pressure
is
of/or
below
14
psi
(96
kPa).
Once
a

Sun
G lat
tire
reaches
the
run
flat
mode
it
has
limited
driving
capabilities

and
needs
to
be
replaced
immediately.
A
Sun
Glat


tire
is
not
repairable.
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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.
TireSpinning
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.
Refer
to
“Freeing
A
Stuck
Vehicle”
in
“In
Case
Of
Emergency”
in
your

Owner ’s
Manual
for
further
information.
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The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufac-
turer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not
overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable
loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may
result in sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any BFGoodrich® tire
retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size
and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch
utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire
load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the owner ’s manual
supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further recommenda-
tions on trailer towing.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR
SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES CHECK
HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE EACH
MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the tire
wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the
handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be dangerous. If
you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your alignment and balance
checked immediately. Tires which have been run underinflated will show
more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread.
TIRE MIXING
BFGoodrich® tires are radial tires and for best performance it is recom-
mended that the same size and type of tire be used on all four wheel
positions. Before mixing tires of different types in any configuration on
any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle manufacturer ’s Owner‘s Manual
for its recommendations.
It is especially important to check the vehicle manufacturer ’s owner ’s
manual when mixing, matching or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive
vehicles, as this may require special precautions.
BFGOODRICH TIRES
37

TIPS FOR SAFE LOADING
WARNING!
Driving your vehicle in an overloaded condition is dangerous.
Overloading causes excessive tire heat build-up and internal
structural damage. This can cause a tire failure, even at a later date,
which could lead to serious personal injury or death. Consult the
vehicle tire information placard, certification label, and owner ’s
manual for the recommended vehicle load limits and loading
recommendations.
• Always keep the vehicle manufacturer ’s recommended inflation pres-
sure in all your tires, including the spare. Check their pressure monthly
and before long trips or carrying extra weight.
• Never exceed the maximum load rating stamped on the sidewall of
your tire.
• Never exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or front/rear
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) of your vehicle.
• Consult your vehicle owner ’s manual for load recommendations and
special instructions (such as for trailer/towing and snow plow
installations).
TIRE DAMAGE, INSPECTION AND SERVICE LIFE
Evaluation and maintenance of your tires is important to their perfor-
mance and the service they provide to you. Over time and/or through
use, the condition of a tire can change from exposure to everyday road
conditions, the environment, damaging events such as punctures, and
other external factors.
WARNING!
Driving on damaged tires is dangerous. A damaged tire can
suddenly fail causing serious personal injury or death. Have your
tires regularly inspected by a qualified tire service professional.
You should visually inspect your tires on a regular basis throughout their
life, and you should have your tires periodically evaluated by a qualified
tire service professional when your vehicle is serviced such as routine
BRIDGESTONE® - FIRESTONE®
57

•If an unusual vibration or vehicle handling difficulty arises, stop
driving as soon as safely and reasonably possible. The tire may be
about to suddenly fail. Release the accelerator and gradually reduce
speed. The tire will need to be replaced before proceeding.
• If towing a trailer, stop driving as soon as safely and reasonably
possible. In this condition, it is potentially dangerous to operate a
vehicle/trailer combination. If possible, disconnect the trailer and
proceed as noted above. Do not continue to tow any trailer until proper
tire service or replacement has been performed.
• Do not touch a tire recently run-low or run-flat (it may be very hot).
Allow the tire to cool before handling.
DISTANCE—HOW FAR YOU CAN DRIVE
Factors affecting run-flat or low tire pressure operating distance include
vehicle speed, load, and maneuvering; the amount of inflation pressure
loss; the extent of any tire damage; and ambient temperature.
The tire may be marked on the sidewall with run-flat or low tire pressure
operating speed and/or distance limitations, which vary by tire design
and vehicle application (consult your vehicle owner ’s manual). By
international standard, RFT tires have a baseline limitation in run-flat
mode of the following:
Maximum Speed: 50 mph (80 km/h)
Maximum Distance: 50 miles (80 km)
NOTE:
•Maximum distance values are determined under controlled condi-
tions, which may vary in actual use.
• Your mileage capability may be less, or more, depending on your
specific operating conditions.
• If in doubt, do not exceed the 50 mile (80 km) limitation.
• Seek tire service as soon as possible to minimize tire damage.
BRIDGESTONE® - FIRESTONE®
74

GOODYEARDUNLOPTIRES
is
important
for
proper
tire
load
distribution
and
function.
The
maximum

load
capacity
stamped
on
the
sidewalls
of
P-Metric
&
European
Metric

tires
is
reduced
by
10%
when
used
on
a
light
truck,
utility
vehicle
or

trailer.
Never
fit
P-Metric
or
European
Metric
tires
to
light
trucks
that

specify
LT-type
replacement
tires.
DON’TSPINYOUR TIRES EXCESSIVELY
Avoid
excessive
tire
spinning
when
your
vehicle
is
stuck
in
snow,
ice,

mud
or
sand.
The
centrifugal
forces
generated
by
a
free-spinning

tire/wheel
assembly
may
cause
sudden
tire
explosion,
resulting
in

vehicle
damage
and/or
serious
personal
injury
to
you
or
a
bystander.

Never
exceed
35
mph
/
55
kph,
as
indicated
on
your
speedometer.
Use
a

gentle


backward
and
forward
rocking
motion
to
free
your
vehicle
for

continued
driving.
Never
stand
near
or
behind
a
tire
spinning
at
high

speeds,
for
example,
while
attempting
to
push
a
vehicle
that
is
stuck
or

when
an
on-the-car
spin
balance
machine
is
in
use.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FORWEAR
Always
remove
tires
from
service
when
they
reach
two
thirty-seconds
of

an
inch
(2/32)
remaining
tread
depth.
All
new
tires
have
tread
wear

indicators
which
appear
as
smooth
banks
in
the
tread
grooves
when
they

wear
to
the
two
thirty
seconds
of
an
inch
(2/32)
level.
Many
wet
weather

accidents
result
from
skidding


on
bald
or
nearly
bald
tires.
Excessively

worn
tires
are
also
more
susceptible
to
penetrations.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FORDAMAGE
Frequent
(at
least
monthly)
inspection
of
your
tires
for
signs
of
damage

and
their
general
condition
is
important
for
safety.
If
you
have
any

questions,
have
your
tire
Dealer
inspect
them.
Impacts,
penetrations,

cracks,
knots,
bulges
or
air
loss
always
require
tire
removal
and
expert

inspection.
Never
perform
a
temporary
repair
or
use
an
inner
tube
as
a

substitute
for
a
proper
repair

.
Only
qualified
persons
should
repair
tires.
PROPER TIREREPAIR
NOTE:

Goodyear
does
not
warrant
any
inspection
or
repair
process.
The

repair
is
entirely
the
responsibility
of
the
repairer
and
should
be

made
in
accordance
with
established
Rubber
Manufacturers
Association

(RMA)
procedures.
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DO NOT OVERLOAD - DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS
DANGEROUS
The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufac-
turer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not
overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable
loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may
result in sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any Michelin tire
retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size
and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch
utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire
load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the owner ’s manual
supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further recommenda-
tions on trailer towing.
MICHELIN® PAX® System Tires/Self-Supporting Zero Pressure (ZP)
Tires and Trailer Towing
Operation of Pax or ZP tires at low or zero air pressure with a trailer in
tow, is dangerous and is not recommended. If the low pressure warning
indicator is activated when a trailer is in tow, stop, disconnect the trailer,
and do not continue to tow the trailer until the tire has been repaired and
re-inflated to the proper air pressure. If the tire cannot be repaired, it must
be replaced with a new full size, PAX/ZP tire, and inflated to the proper
air pressure, before the trailer can be safely towed again.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR
SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.
CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE EACH
MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the tire
wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the
handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be dangerous. If
you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your alignment and balance
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