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It is recommended to replace the two front tires
or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire
can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If
you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the
wheel’s specifications match those of the orig -
inal wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized
tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any
questions you may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent replace -
ment tires may adversely affect the safety,
handling, and ride of your vehicle.
Tire Types
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons
(Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter). Traction
levels may vary between different all season
tires. All season tires can be identified by the
M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four;
failure to do so may adversely affect the safety
and handling of your vehicle.
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
Summer tires provide traction in both wet and
dry conditions, and are not intended to be
driven in snow or on ice. If your vehicle is
equipped with Summer tires, be aware these
tires are not designed for Winter or cold driving
conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle
when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F
(5°C) or if roads are covered with ice or snow.
For more information, contact an authorized
dealer.
Summer tires do not contain the all season
designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on
the tire sidewall. Use Summer tires only in sets
of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling 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 unap
-
proved 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.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice
conditions. You could lose vehicle control,
resulting in severe injury or death. Driving too
fast for conditions also creates the possibility
of loss of vehicle control.

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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 orig -
inal 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 orig -
inal 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
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in
“Starting And Operating” for restrictions when
towing with a spare tire designated for tempo -
rary 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 autho -
rized tire dealer for the recommended tire rota -
tion 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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Dipsticks Power Steering
..................................229Disabled Vehicle Towing..........................326DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................365Do Not Disturb......................................496Door Ajar.............................................111Door Ajar Light......................................111Door LocksAutomatic...........................................29Doors....................................................25Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter..........354Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...............................30DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
..........................................292Dual Rear Wheels.................. 317, 391, 398
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Electric Brake Control System...................121Anti-Lock Brake System.......................120Electronic Roll Mitigation..............124, 127Electrical Power Outlets.............................78Electronic Range Select (ERS)........... 211, 217Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...............124Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light.....110Electronically Shifted Transfer Case...219, 222Emergency Braking................................204Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck..................324
Hazard Warning Flasher...................... 294Jacking............................................ 314Jump Starting................................... 319Emission Control System Maintenance....... 119Engine........................................ 343, 344Air Cleaner....................................... 349Block Heater..................................... 190Break-In Recommendations................. 202Compartment.................................... 344Compartment Identification.................. 343Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 407, 410Exhaust Gas Caution.................. 180, 401Fails To Start.................................... 186Flooded, Starting............................... 186Fuel Requirements............................. 399Identifcation..................................... 344Idling.............................................. 197Jump Starting................................... 319Oil.................................. 347, 407, 410Oil Filler Cap............................. 343, 348Oil Filter........................................... 349Oil Reset............................................ 93Oil Selection..................................... 347Oil Synthetic..................................... 349Overheating...................................... 321Runaway.......................................... 267Starting........................................... 184Engine Oil Viscosity................................ 348Enhanced Accident Response
Feature....................................... 158, 328
Entry System, Illuminated.......................... 49Ethanol............................................... 400Exhaust Brake...................................... 203Exhaust Gas Cautions.................... 180, 401Exhaust System.................... 180, 362, 371Exterior Lighting...................................... 44Exterior Lights................................ 44, 182
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FiltersAir Cleaner
....................................... 349Air Conditioning........................... 64, 352Engine Fuel.............................. 354, 407Engine Oil........................ 349, 407, 410Engine Oil Disposal............................ 349FlashersTurn Signals....................... 47, 117, 182Flash-To-Pass......................................... 46Flat Tire Stowage.................................. 318Fluid Capacities.................................... 405Fluid Leaks.......................................... 182Fluid Level ChecksBrake............................................. 367Power Steering.................................. 229Fluids And Lubricants..................... 407, 410Fog Lights..................................... 47, 303Fold Flat Load Floor................................. 76Fold-Flat Seats....................................... 30Forward Collision Warning....................... 129Four Wheel Drive.................................. 218

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Jump Starting
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Key Fob Panic Alarm
........................................14Programming Additional Key Fobs...... 16, 23Key Fob Battery Service (Remote
Keyless Entry).........................................14Key Fob Programming (Remote
Keyless Entry).........................................16Keyless Enter-N-Go.................. 26, 184, 188Lock The Vehicle’s Doors..... 423, 438, 458Passive Entry......................................26Passive Entry Programming..........438, 458Keys.....................................................13Replacement......................................23
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Lane Change And Turn Signals....................47Lane Change Assist..................................47LaneSense...........................................256Latches...............................................182Hood.................................................66Lead Free Gasoline................................399Leaks, Fluid..........................................182Life Of Tires..........................................385Light Bulbs...................................182, 300Lights..................................................182Air Bag............................. 108, 151, 181Automatic High Beam............................45
Brake Assist Warning.......................... 126Brake Warning.................................. 109Bulb Replacement............................. 300Cab Top Clearance............................. 305Cargo................................................ 47Center Mounted Stop.......................... 304Courtesy/Reading................................ 48Cruise............................................. 117Daytime Running................................. 45Electronic Stability Program(ESP)Indicator...................................... 110Engine Temperature Warning................ 110Exterior...................................... 44, 182Fog................................................. 303Four Wheel Drive Indicator................... 228Hazard Warning Flasher...................... 294Headlights.................................... 44, 46High Beam......................................... 45Hill Descent Control Indicator................ 128Illuminated Entry................................. 49Interior.............................................. 48Lights On Reminder.............................. 47Low Fuel.......................................... 113Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..... 112Park................................................ 117Passing............................................. 46Seat Belt Reminder............................ 108Security Alarm................................... 110Service............................................ 300Traction Control................................. 126
Transfer Case................................... 228Turn Signals................47, 117, 182, 301Warning Instrument ClusterDescriptions......................... 110, 117Limited-Slip Differential.................. 228, 371Load Shed Battery Saver Mode................ 107Load Shed Battery Saver On.................... 107Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction......... 107Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor......... 107Loading Vehicle.................................... 273Tires............................................... 379LocksAutomatic Door................................... 29Child Protection................................... 29Power Door........................................ 26Low Tire Pressure System....................... 132Lubrication, Body.................................. 360Lug Nuts/Bolts..................... 317, 397, 398
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Maintenance Free Battery....................... 346Maintenance Plan................................. 336Maintenance Schedule....329, 331, 334, 336Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)............................. 112, 119ManualPark Release.................................... 323Service............................................ 503Media Hub........................................... 481Memory Seat......................................... 32

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