flat tire CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2005 1.G User Guide

WARNING!
The limited use spare tires are for emergency use
only. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects
vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more
than 60 mph (100 km/h). Keep inflated to the cold
tire inflation pressure listed on either your tire
placard or limited use spare tire and wheel assembly.
Replace (or repair) the original tire at the first
opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure
to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h).
See the paragraph on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in Section
6 of this manual.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And
don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
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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 and will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the indicators appear
in 2 or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced.Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this
point.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed (see the paragraph on tread
wear indicators). Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion placard for the size designation of your tire. The
service description and load identification will be found
on the original equipment tire. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, han-
dling, and ride of your vehicle. We recommend that you
contact your original equipment or an authorized tire
dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifi-
cations or capability.
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1,2,3, OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE
Low tire pressure levels of 25 psi [1.72 bars] (172 kPa) or
less detected in one or more tires.
Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure, once the
proper tire pressure has been set, the TPM system
warning will reset automatically when the vehicle has
been driven for at least 2 minutes at or above 20 mph (32
km/h).
1,2,3, OR 4 TIRE(S) HIGH PRESSURE
High tire pressure levels of 45 psi [3.10 bars] (310 kPa) or
more detected in one or more tires.
Inspect all tires for proper inflation pressure, once the
proper tire pressure has been set, the TPM system
warning will reset automatically when the vehicle has
been driven for at least 2 minutes at or above 20 mph (32
km/h).
SERVICE TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM/SEE
OWNER’S MANUAL
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPM) system requires
service.
See your authorized dealer for service.
TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE
The TPM system function is temporarily unavailable due
to external electromagnetic interference, such as portable
electronic devices, or near by radio or TV towers.
Move the vehicle to an area free from radio, TV antennas
and transmitting towers or disconnect any portable elec-
tronic devices. Once the external interference is removed
the TPM system will resume normal operation and “TIRE
PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE” will appear in the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) display.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS

Hazard Warning Flasher..................262

If Your Engine Overheats.................263

Jacking And Tire Changing................264
▫Jack Location........................265
▫Spare Tire Stowage....................265
▫Preparations For Jacking................266
▫Jacking Instructions....................267

Jump-Starting Procedures If Battery Is Low....270

Driving On Slippery Surfaces..............272▫Acceleration.........................272
▫Traction............................272

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..................273

Towing A Disabled Vehicle................274
▫With Ignition Key.....................274
▫Without The Ignition Key...............275
▫
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground)
. 276
▫Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With
A Tow Dolley........................276
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WARNING!
A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
12. Secure the flat or spare tire as follows:
•The center cap of a cast aluminum wheel must be
removed prior to flat tire stowage. Store the center
cap inside the glove box or other storage compart-
ment.
•Turn the wheel so that the valve-stem is down. Slide
the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel
and position it properly across the wheel opening.
•For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation,
stow with the valve-stem toward the rear of the
vehicle.
•Using the jack-handle, rotate the drive nut to the
right until the wheel is drawn into place against the
underside of the vehicle.
•Continue to rotate the nut until you hear the mecha-
nism click three times. It cannot be overtightened.
Push against the tire several times to be sure it is
securely in place.
13. Stow jack and handle.
14. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct
pressure as required.
NOTE:When reinstalling the wheel center cap, insure
that the valve stem symbol on the back of the cap is
pointed toward the wheel valve stem. Install the center
cap using hand pressure only. Do not use a hammer.
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2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become
visible.
4. Keep tires properly inflated.
5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle in front to avoid a collision in a sudden stop.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between Reverse
and Drive. Usually the least accelerator pedal pressure to
maintain the rocking motion without spinning the
wheels is most effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And
don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 35 mph (55 km/h).
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WARNING!
The traction grade is based on braking (straight-
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering
(turning) performance.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire’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 degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance which all passen-
ger car 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.
WARNING!
The temperature grade is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
358 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Catalytic Converter...................... 290
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................60,297
CD Changer......................165,173,175
CD Player..................161,163,165,172,175
CD Player Maintenance................... 193
Cellular Phone........................71,194
Chains, Tire............................ 245
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 264
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 226
Child Restraint.......................... 51
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............52,54
Child Safety Locks........................ 18
Child Seat.............................. 57
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 248
Climate Control......................... 195
Clock................................ 160
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 193
Compact Spare Tire...................... 237
Compass.............................. 157Compass Calibration..................... 158
Compass Variance....................... 158
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 159
Console.............................. 133
Console, Floor.......................... 133
Console, Overhead....................... 122
Contract, Service........................ 352
Coolant Pressure Cap..................... 301
Cooling System......................... 298
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 300
Coolant Capacity...................... 325
Coolant Level......................... 302
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 301
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 299
Inspection........................... 298
Points to Remember.................... 302
Pressure Cap......................... 301
Radiator Cap......................... 301
Selection of Coolant...............299,325,326
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Changing............................ 264
Compact Spare........................ 237
General Information.................... 233
High Speed.......................... 236
Inflation Pressures..................... 234
Jacking............................. 264
Load Capacity.....................229,230
Pressure Monitor System................. 242
Quality Grading....................... 357
Radial.............................. 237
Replacement.......................240,242
Rotation............................. 247
Safety...........................224,233
Sizes............................... 226
Snow Tires........................... 246
Spare Tire........................... 265
Spinning............................ 239
Tread Wear Indicators................... 240
Towing............................... 256Disabled Vehicle....................... 274
Trailering............................ 256
Traction Control................... 116,147,223
Traction Control Switch................. 116,223
Trailer Towing.......................... 256
Minimum Requirements................. 257
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 257
Transaxle...........................213,307
Automatic........................213,307
Autostick......................120,215,216
Filter............................... 309
Operation........................... 213
Overdrive........................... 215
Selection of Lubricant................307,327
Transmission.....................See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 23
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 123
Transmitter Programming................... 21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry............ 19
374 INDEX