tire pressure CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2006 1.G Owner's Manual

•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 the jack and jack 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.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES IF BATTERY IS
LOW
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever
the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition
switch is on. You can be hurt by the fan.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327
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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).
330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing
properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE-
MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE
COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush and Refill
At the intervals shown on the Maintenance Schedules,
the system should be drained, flushed and refilled.
If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount
of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling
system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove
all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old
antifreeze solution.
Selection Of Engine Coolant
Use only the manufacturers recommended coolant, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct
coolant type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359
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Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder and transmission, add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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Adding Fuel........................... 300
Adding Washer Fluid .................. 132,357
Additives, Fuel ......................... 298
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 137
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 353
Air Conditioning ..................... 235,240
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 235
Air Conditioning Filter .................253,354
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 353
Air Conditioning System ..........235,240,243,353
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 236
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 283
Airbag ................................ 45
Airbag Deployment ....................... 57
Airbag Light ................... 49,50,59,72,175
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 46
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 26
Alignment and Balance ................... 290 All Wheel Drive (AWD)
.............266,291,370
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 228
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........359,360,386
Disposal ............................ 362
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 269
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 169
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 26
Appearance Care ........................ 372
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 26
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 80
Automatic Door Locks ................... 17,18
Automatic Headlights .................... 128
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 243
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 261
Adding Fluid ......................... 388
Interlock System ....................... 262
Reset Mode .......................... 262
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Car Washes............................ 373
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 299
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 156
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 158
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 157
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 232
Cassette Tape Player ................... 207,211
Catalytic Converter ...................... 350
Caution, Exhaust Gas ................... 71,357
CD (Compact Disc) Changer ..........193,203,215
CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . 187,191,197,201,207,213
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance ........ 233
Cellular Phone ........................ 83,233
Chains, Tire ............................ 294
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 320
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 275
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............173,341 Child Restraint
.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............61,63
Child Safety Locks ........................ 19
Child Seat .............................. 68
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 297
Climate Control ......................... 234
Clock ................................ 186
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 233
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 286
Compass .............................. 183
Compass Calibration ..................... 184
Compass Variance ....................... 184
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 185
Console .............................. 155
Console, Floor .......................... 155
Console, Overhead ....................... 141
Contract, Service ........................ 416
Coolant Pressure Cap ..................... 361
Cooling System ......................... 358
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Tires ............................... 278
Locks Door ................................ 16
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 61,63
Lubrication, Body ....................... 356
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 158
Maintenance, Airbag ...................... 58
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 351
Maintenance Procedures ................... 344
Maintenance Schedule .................... 390
Schedule “A” ......................... 406
Schedule “B” ......................... 393
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 151
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 173,341
Manual, Service ......................... 418
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 142
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 119 Memory Seat
......................... 82,119
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 185
Mirrors ................................ 79
Automatic Dimming ..................... 80
Electric Remote ........................ 82
Exterior Folding ........................ 80
Heated .............................. 82
Memory ............................. 119
Outside .............................. 81
Rearview ............................. 79
Vanity ............................... 82
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 291
Mopar Parts ......................... 343,417
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 126
Navigation System ....................... 233
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 71
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Mirrors.............................. 82
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 152
Seats ............................ 106,107
Steering ............................. 271
Steering, Checking ..................... 354
Sunroof ............................. 149
Windows ............................. 32
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 44
Preparation for Jacking .................... 323
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. 42
Programmable Electronic Features ......144,147,179
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...............23,144,147
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 285
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .......359,361
Radio Broadcast Signals ................... 231
Radio Operation ...................... 207,233 Radio Remote Controls
.................216,229
Radio, Satellite .......................... 225
Radio (Sound Systems) ..............187,197,207
Rear Liftgate ............................ 28
Rear Seating Flexibility .................... 116
Rear Window Defroster ................... 253
Rear Window Features .................... 131
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 131
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 79
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 110
Recreational Towing ................... 315,332
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 43
Remote Control ......................... 216
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 229
Replacement Keys ........................ 14
Replacement Parts ....................... 343
Replacement Tires .................... 289,291
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 417
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System, Navigation...................... 233
Tachometer ............................ 172
Tape Player ............................ 211
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 243
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......168,319
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .............61,63
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 26
Theft System Arming ...................... 26
Theft System Disarming .................... 26
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 26
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 157
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 133
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 278
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 277
Tire Markings .......................... 274
Tire Safety Information .................... 274
Tires ............................ 73,282,419
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 289 Air Pressure
.......................... 282
Alignment ........................... 290
Chains .............................. 294
Changing ............................ 320
Compact Spare ........................ 286
General Information .................... 282
High Speed .......................... 284
Inflation Pressures ..................... 283
Jacking ............................. 320
Life of Tires .......................... 289
Load Capacity ..................... 278,279
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 291
Quality Grading ....................... 419
Radial .............................. 285
Replacement ....................... 289,291
Rotation ............................. 295
Safety ........................... 274,282
Sizes ............................... 275
Snow Tires ........................... 295
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