Tire rotation JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G Owners Manual

▫Run Flat Tires — If Equipped.............558
▫Spare Tires — If Equipped...............558
▫Tire Spinning........................561
▫Tread Wear Indicators..................561
▫Life Of Tire.........................562
▫Replacement Tires.....................562
!TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES).......564
!TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS.....566
!TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .568
▫Base System.........................572
▫Premium System — If Equipped...........574
▫General Information...................579
!FUEL REQUIREMENTS..................579
▫Reformulated Gasoline.................580
▫Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............580
▫E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles.......581
▫MMT In Gasoline.....................582
▫Materials Added To Fuel................582
▫Fuel System Cautions...................583
▫Carbon Monoxide Warnings.............584
!FLEXIBLE FUEL (2.4L ENGINE ONLY) — IF
EQUIPPED...........................584
▫E-85 General Information...............584
▫Ethanol Fuel (E-85)....................586
▫Fuel Requirements....................586
▫Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles
(E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles.............587
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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 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 equip-
ment 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.
WARNING!
Compact spares are for temporary emergency use
only. With these spares, do not drive more than
50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary 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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These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes 1/16” (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer
to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor-
mation.
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 pressures
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 replace-
ment.
•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 main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
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.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion 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 re-
tighten after driving about½mile (0.8 km).
•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 pave-
ment.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating
speed, and conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device manufac-
turer ’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, handling,
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 On/Off Road
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type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main-
tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to
a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or
unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being
performed.
The suggested Front Wheel Drive (FWD) rotation
method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following
diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some
directional tires that must not be reversed.
The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire rotation
method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following
diagram.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation
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CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de-
pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference
on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause
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CAUTION!(Continued)
damage to the power transfer unit. Tire rotation
schedule should be followed to balance tire wear.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom-
mended cold placard pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1
psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when
the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will
decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on
cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire
pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least
three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a
three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must
not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into
the tire sidewall. Refer to “Tires – General Information”
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation
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Rotation, Tires...........................566
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................118
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle................120
Safety Defects, Reporting....................743
Safety, Exhaust Gas........................117
Safety Information, Tire.....................540
Safety Tips..............................116
Schedule, Maintenance.....................732
Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage......60
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)...........63
Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode.......65
Energy Management Feature................63
Engage The Automatic Locking Mode.........64
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation................58
Lap/Shoulder Belts.......................55
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting...............60
Pregnant Women........................62
Seat Belt Extender.......................61
Seat Belt Pretensioner.....................62
Seat Belt Reminder.......................54
Seat Belt System.........................52
Seat Belt Maintenance......................704
Seat Belt Reminder.........................54
Seat Belts................................53
Adjustable Shoulder Belt...................60
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage.........60
Child Restraint..........................92
Extender..............................61
Front Seat.............................53
Inspection............................118
Operating Instructions....................58
Pregnant Women........................62
Pretensioners...........................62
Rear Seat..............................55
Reminder.............................335
Untwisting Procedure.....................6010
INDEX 763

Aging (Life of Tires).....................562
Air Pressure...........................552
Chains...............................564
Changing.............................628
Compact Spare.........................559
General Information.....................552
High Speed...........................555
Inflation Pressures.......................553
Jacking...............................628
Life of Tires...........................562
Load Capacity.........................547
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............568
Pressure Warning Light...................336
Quality Grading........................745
Radial...............................555
Replacement...........................562
Rotation..............................566
Safety...............................540
Sizes................................542
Snow Tires............................557
Spinning.............................561
Trailer Towing.........................601
Tread Wear Indicators....................561
Tire Safety Information.....................540
Tire Service Kit...........................618
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................599
To Open Hood...........................166
Torque Converter Clutch....................493
Towing................................593
Disabled Vehicle........................648
Guide...............................598
Recreational...........................606
Weight...............................598
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........606
Traction Control..........................521
Trailer Towing...........................593
Cooling System Tips.....................605
Hitches..............................597
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