
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE227
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat 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 Run Flat mode. A Run 
Flat mode occurs when the tire inflation pressure is 
of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Run Flat tire 
reaches the Run Flat mode it has limited driving 
capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately. 
A Run Flat tire is not repairable. When a Run Flat 
tire is changed after driving with under inflated tire 
condition, please replace the TPMS sensor as it is 
not designed to be reused when driven under Run 
Flat mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:TPMS Sensor must be replaced after driving the 
vehicle on a flat tire condition.
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.
For more information  Úpage 135.
Tire Spinning 
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.
For further information  Ú page 185.
Tread Wear Indicators 
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment 
tires to help you in determining when your tires 
should be replaced.
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the 
tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the 
tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). 
When the tread is worn to the tread wear 
indicators, the tire should be replaced.
For further information  Úpage 228.
Life Of Tire  
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying 
factors including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pres -
sures can cause uneven wear patterns to 
develop across the tire tread. These abnormal 
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in 
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Distance driven.
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V 
or higher, and Summer tires typically have a 
reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per 
the vehicle scheduled maintenance is highly 
recommended.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces 
generated by excessive wheel speeds may 
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could 
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your 
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) 
for more than 30 seconds continuously when 
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a 
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after 
six years, regardless of the remaining tread. 
Failure to follow this warning can result in 
sudden tire failure. You could lose control and 
have a collision resulting in serious injury or 
death.
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...................................................... 24, 49Passing........................................................ 24Seat Belt Reminder..................................... 46Service...................................................... 213Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............... 135Traction Control......................................... 133Turn Signals....................................... 49, 170Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions..................................... 46, 49Loading Vehicle........................................ 67, 68Capacities................................................... 68Tires.......................................................... 221LocksPower Door.................................................. 13Low Tire Pressure System............................. 135Lubrication, Body........................................... 197Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 236
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Maintenance Free Battery............................. 194Maintenance Schedule.................................. 189
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).. 48, 51
ManualService...................................................... 245Master CylinderBrakes....................................................... 202Methanol....................................................... 238
Mirrors............................................................. 22Electric Powered.......................................... 23Electric Remote........................................... 23Exterior Folding............................................ 23Heated......................................................... 23Outside........................................................ 22Rearview...................................................... 22Modifications/AlterationsVehicle........................................................... 7Monitor, Tire Pressure System...................... 135Mopar Parts.................................................. 244
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New Vehicle Break-In Period............................ 54
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Occupant Restraints..................................... 137Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............ 237, 240Oil Change Indicator........................................ 41Reset........................................................... 41Oil Filter, Change.......................................... 196Oil Filter, Selection........................................ 196Oil Pressure Light............................................. 46Oil Reset.......................................................... 41Oil, Engine............................................ 195, 240Capacity.................................................... 240Checking................................................... 194Dipstick.................................................... 194
Disposal.................................................... 196Filter................................................ 196, 240Filter Disposal........................................... 196Identification Logo.................................... 195Materials Added To................................... 196Pressure Warning Light................................46Recommendation............................ 195, 240Synthetic................................................... 196Viscosity.................................................... 240Onboard Diagnostic System.............................50Operating Precautions.....................................50Operator ManualOwner's Manual........................................ 245Outside Rearview Mirrors.................................22Overheating, Engine...................................... 183
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Paint Care..................................................... 233Parking Brake..................................................54ParkSense System, Rear..................................62Passing Light....................................................24Personal Settings.............................................79Pets............................................................... 168Phone Mode.................................................. 100Placard, Tire And Loading Information.......... 221PowerMirrors.........................................................23Steering.......................................................60Windows......................................................34
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......................................................... 62Speed Control (Cruise Control)........................ 60Starting............................................................ 52Automatic Transmission.............................. 52Cold Weather.............................................. 52Engine Fails To Start................................... 53Steering........................................................... 16Power.......................................................... 60Tilt Column.................................................. 16Wheel, Tilt................................................... 16Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 128Steering Wheel Mounted Sound 
System Controls............................................ 128Storage............................................................ 31Storage, Vehicle...................................... 30, 233Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 233Sun Visor Extension......................................... 22Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 134Symbol Glossary................................................ 8Synthetic Engine Oil....................................... 196
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 16Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................................... 37Tilt Steering Column........................................ 16Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 221Tire Markings................................................. 217Tire Safety Information.................................. 217Tire Service Kit.............................................. 179
Tires...................................169, 225, 229, 232Aging (Life Of Tires).................................. 227Air Pressure.............................................. 225Chains...................................................... 232Changing.................................................. 171Compact Spare......................................... 229General Information........................ 225, 229High Speed............................................... 226Inflation Pressure..................................... 225Jacking..................................................... 171Life Of Tires.............................................. 227Load Capacity.................................. 221, 222Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..47, 135Quality Grading......................................... 232Radial....................................................... 226Replacement............................................ 228Rotation.................................................... 232Safety.............................................. 217, 225Sizes......................................................... 218Snow Tires................................................ 229Spare Tires...................................... 229, 230Spinning................................................... 227Trailer Towing.............................................. 72Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 227Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 236To Open Hood.................................................. 36Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight......................... 71
Towing..............................................................68Disabled Vehicle....................................... 187Guide...........................................................71Recreational................................................75Weight.........................................................71Towing Behind A Motorhome...........................75Traction............................................................76Traction Control............................................ 134Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 134Trailer Towing...................................................68Hitches........................................................70Minimum Requirements..............................71Tips..............................................................74Trailer And Tongue Weight...........................71Wiring..........................................................73Trailer Towing Guide........................................71Trailer Weight...................................................71Transmission....................................................56Automatic................................... 55, 56, 203Fluid.......................................................... 241Maintenance............................................ 203Transporting Pets.......................................... 168Tread Wear Indicators................................... 227Trip Computer..................................................43Turn Signals.....................................................49
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