2021 DODGE DURANGO Vehicle Warranty

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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 original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized tire dealer or original
eq
uipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire
specifications or capability. Failure to use equivalent replacement tires
may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
• Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed rating other
t
han that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unap -
proved tires and wheels may change suspension dimensions and
pe
rformance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering,
handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict -
able handling and stress to steering and suspension compo -
nents. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in
se
rious 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
w
hat 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
c
apability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle
control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in
fa
lse speedometer and odometer readings.

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Tire Types
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, Summer,
Au
tumn, 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
no
t 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/
sn
owflake 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.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the
w i

nter. 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
wh
at was originally equipped with your vehicle and
should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose
ve
hicle 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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For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original equipment or an
au
thorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds,
loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction
ca
pability 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
S

pare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If
Eq
uipped
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
id
entify 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 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
t h

rough 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
id
entify 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 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
ve
hicle. 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.
WARNING!
Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary emergency use
on
ly. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
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mporary 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
on
ly. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Te

mporary 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.

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Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may
lo
ok 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
ti
re 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!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Installation of this
li
mited 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.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE
QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating
assigned by the tire's manufacturer in each category is shown on the
sidewall of the tires on your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to federal safety
re
quirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate
of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear
one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from
the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These
gr
ades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement, as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
br
aking traction tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the
ti
re's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
de
generate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance,
which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum
required by law.
TIRE WARRANTY
Tire Limited Warranty And Adjustment Policy
When a tire is removed from service due to a covered warranty
co
ndition under a tire manufacturer’s “Limited Warranty Program”,
you may be eligible for a free tire replacement or a comparable new
tire on a “prorated basis”.
Certain conditions, such as irregular wear or tire damage due to road
ha
zards, collision, improper inflation, intentional alteration, and
misuse, are excluded from the Limited Warranty Program. The
Limited Warranty Program expires when your tires either wear to a
specified tread depth, and/or after a period of time from the date of
purchase, as stated in the Tire Warranty in this manual.

NOTE:

Refer to the Tire Warranty in this manual for specific information
re
lating to the tire manufacturer’s limited warranty for the tires
installed on your vehicle. If you have any questions regarding the
limited tire warranty coverage, contact your local authorized dealer or
your local authorized tire dealer.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
pr
operly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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Disclaimer:
THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR THE TIRE
MA
NUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM CAN BE
ACCESSED THROUGH THE SPECIFIC TIRE MANUFACTURER’S
WEBSITE.
THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM,
TH
E DETAILS OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THIS MANUAL,
THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT ANY
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
REMEDIES OR WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY
LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY. THE TIRE
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, LOST PROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
GOODWILL, LOSS OF REPUTATION, PUNITIVE OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGE, COST OR LOSS OF ANY KIND. SOME STATES AND
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
WARNING!
Refer to the Owner’s Manual online for complete warning
in
formation that could prevent accidents, injuries and even
deaths.
WARNING!
Death, serious injury and/or property damage may result from tire
fa
ilure due to tire damage and/or improper tire maintenance.
• All tires (including spare) should be inspected regularly by a
q
ualified technician for signs of wear, and signs of damage, such
as puncture, impact, improper maintenance, under-inflation or
over-inflation and overloading.
• Only qualified persons should repair tires. See Rubber Manu -
f
acturer’s Association (RMA) established repair procedures at
ww
w.ustires.org for information on proper repair procedures.
• Only specially trained persons should mount tires.