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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
and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should
be corrected prior to rotation being performed
Úpage 243.
The suggested rotation method is the “forward
cross” shown in the following diagram. This
rotation pattern does not apply to some directional
tires that must not be reversed.
Tire Rotation (Forward Cross)
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 traction
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).
Autosock traction devices do not require
retightening.
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.
CAUTION!
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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes..........................................295Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).................259Additives, Fuel................................................. 298AdjustDown............................................................ 42Forward......................................................... 42Rearward...................................................... 42Up................................................................. 42Air Bag.............................................................185Air Bag Operation........................................187Air Bag Warning Light....................... 185, 187Driver Knee Air Bag..................................... 191Enhanced Accident Response.......... 195, 242Event Data Recorder (EDR).........................242Front Air Bag............................................... 187If Deployment Occurs................................. 194Knee Impact Bolsters................................. 191Maintaining Your Air Bag System................ 196Maintenance............................................... 196Redundant Air Bag Warning Light...............185Side Air Bags............................................... 192Transporting Pets........................................214Air Bag Light................................... 95, 185, 214Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter)................................250
Air Conditioner Maintenance.......................... 251Air Conditioner Refrigerant.................... 251, 252Air Conditioner System................................... 251Air Conditioning Filter.............................. 66, 252Air Conditioning, Operating Tips.........................65Air Filter.......................................................... 250Air PressureTires........................................................... 283AlarmArm The System............................................19Disarm The System.......................................19Security Alarm...............................................98Alterations/ModificationsVehicle............................................................ 8Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................... 258, 299Disposal..................................................... 260Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 158Anti-Lock Warning Light.....................................98Assist, Hill Start.............................................. 162Audio Jack.........................................................69Audio Systems (Radio).................................... 140Auto Up Power Windows....................................73Automatic Dimming Mirror.................................48Automatic Headlights........................................55Automatic Transaxle....................................... 111Automatic Transmission................................. 113
Adding Fluid...................................... 262, 300Fluid And Filter Change............................... 262Fluid Change...............................................262Fluid Level Check........................................ 262Fluid Type......................................... 262, 300Special Additives........................................ 262AutoPark.........................................................105AUX Cord........................................................... 69Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........... 70Axle Lubrication...............................................300
B
Back-Up Camera.............................................126Battery..................................................... 95, 248Charging System Light.................................. 95Jump Starting.............................................234Keyless Key Fob Replacement..................... 13Battery Saver Feature....................................... 57Belts, Seat.......................................................214Blind Spot Monitoring.....................................164Body Mechanism Lubrication..........................253B-Pillar Location.............................................. 279Brake Assist System........................................ 159Brake Control System, Electronic....................159Brake Fluid...................................................... 300Brake System........................................ 261, 295Anti-Lock (ABS)...........................................295
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