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Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and
additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have
experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced immedi-
ately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service
description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
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.
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.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for more informa-
tion. 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.
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emer-
gency” for further information.
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.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to
help you in determining when your tires should be re-
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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 a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 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 information. 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 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!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.Tire Tread1—WornTire
2—NewTire
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Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...........89
Park ............................... .39, 94
Passing ............................. .37, 38
Seat Belt Reminder ........................87
Security Alarm ...........................22
Service ............................... .197
Traction Control ........................ .105
Turn Signal ..............................40
Turn Signals ...................... .37, 94, 157
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ........86
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........94
Loading Vehicle ........................... .188
Tires................................. .259
Locks
Power Door .............................25
Lubrication, Body ......................... .244
Lug Nuts/Bolts ........................... .285
Maintenance Free Battery .................... .237
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .231
Maintenance Schedules ..................... .231
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ..... .89, 96
Manual, Service ........................... .320
Manual Transmission ................... .165, 254
Fluid Level Check ....................... .254 Frequency Of Fluid Change ................ .254
Lubricant Selection ................... .254, 293
Memory Seat ..............................29
Methanol ............................... .288
Mirrors ..................................34
Automatic Dimming ................... .34, 35
Electric Powered ..........................36
Heated ............................. .34, 37
Outside ................................34
Rearview ...............................34
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................5
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................. .106
Mopar Parts ............................. .319
MP3 Control ............................. .308
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... .37, 38
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................. .163
Occupant Restraints ......................... 1 13
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................ .287
Oil Change Indicator .........................82
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ....................82
Oil, Engine ....................... .238, 290, 291
Capacity .......................... .290, 291
Change Interval ........................ .238328 INDEX

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Inflation Pressure ....................... .264
Jacking ............................... .255
Life Of Tires ........................... .267
Load Capacity ...................... .259, 260
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............91
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............ .106
Quality Grading ........................ .276
Radial ............................... .265
Replacement ........................... .268
Rotation .............................. .275
Safety ............................ .256, 263
Snow Tires ............................ .270
Spare Tires ......................... .270, 272
Spinning .............................. .266
Tread Wear Indicators .................... .266
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .285
Tire Safety Information ...................... .256
Tire Service Kit ............. .204, 205, 206, 208, 210,
211, 212, 213, 214, 216, 218, 219
To Open Hood .............................63
Towing ................................. .189
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .226
Recreational ........................... .190
Towing Behind A Motorhome ................. .190
Traction ................................ .191 Traction Control .......................... .101
Trailer Towing ............................ .189
Transmission
Automatic ......................... .168, 254
Manual ............................... .165
Transporting Pets ......................... .153
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .266
Turn Signals ......................... .37, 40, 94
Uconnect
Uconnect Settings ....................... .297
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................. .276
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .287
Untwisting Pr ocedur e, Seat Belt ................119
USB................................... .308
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ .284
Vehicle Loading ....................... .188, 260
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................5
Vehicle Security Alarm ........................22
Vehicle Storage ......................... .55, 277
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................ .309
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ....88
Warnings And Cautions .......................5332 INDEX

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