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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE257
TIRE TYPES
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring,
Summer, Autumn, and Winter). Traction levels may vary
between different All Season tires. All Season tires can be
identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the
tire sidewall. Use All Season tires only in sets of four;
failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
Summer Or Three Season Tires —
If Equipped
Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry
conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on
ice. If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be
aware these tires are not designed for Winter or cold
driving conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle when
ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if
roads are covered with ice or snow. For more information,
contact an authorized dealer.
Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or
mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use
Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in
size and type to the original equipment tires.
Use snow tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.

Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be
operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures.

While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit
studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked
before using these tire types.
WARNING!
 Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or speed
rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels
may change suspension dimensions and perfor -
mance characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to
steering and suspension components. You could
lose control and have a collision resulting in serious
injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with
load ratings approved for your vehicle.
 Never use a tire with a smaller Load Index or capacity
other than what was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller Load Index could
result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
 Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may
result in false speedometer and odometer readings.
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You
could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or
death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
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260SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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
type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to
maintain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and
contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
For the proper maintenance intervals
Úpage 224. The
reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected
prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross”
shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does
not apply to some directional tires that must not be
reversed.

Tire Rotation (Forward Cross)

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by the
tire's manufacturer in each category is
shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle. All passenger vehicle tires must conform
to Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
TREADWEAR
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half times as well on
the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends
on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each
wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to
the power transfer unit. Tire rotation schedule should
be followed to balance tire wear.

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280 H
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water ............................... 128
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................................ 203
Head Restraints .............................................................. 31
Head Rests ...................................................................... 31
Headlights ....................................................................... 40 Automatic ...................................................................41
Cleaning................................................................... 263
Delay ...........................................................................41
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .......................40
Lights On Reminder ...................................................41
On With Wipers ..........................................................41
Passing ....................................................................... 41
Switch .........................................................................40
Time Delay..................................................................41
Heated Mirrors .........................................................34
, 36
Heated Seats...................................................................30
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ...........40
Hill Start Assist ............................................................. 158
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ...............................36
Hood Release ..................................................................58
IIgnition .............................................................................16 Switch .........................................................................16
Inside Rearview Mirror.......................................... 34
, 203
Instrument Cluster ............................................ 65, 66, 68
Descriptions ............................................................... 66
Display ........................................................................66
Driver Assist ............................................................... 70
Menu Items ................................................................68
Messages ...................................................................70 Instrument Cluster Display
Locations and Controls ............................................. 66
Navigation .................................................................. 69
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................................. 264
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control System.................100
Intelligent Speed Assist System .................................... 91
Interior Appearance Care ............................................. 263
Interior Fuses ................................................................ 242
Interior Lights .................................................................. 42
iPod/USB/MP3 Control .................................................. 51
JJack Location ................................................................ 207
Jack Operation .................................................... 206, 208
Jacking And Tire Changing — If Equipped
b
............. 206
Jacking Instructions ...................................................... 208
Jump Starting ................................................................ 215
KKey Fob Arm The Alarm ........................................................... 20
Disarm The Alarm ...................................................... 21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ........................... 15
Remote Keyless Entry ............................................... 13
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ......... 14
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............ 15
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ .............................................. 13
, 23
Keys ................................................................................. 13
LLane Change And Turn Signals...................................... 42 Lane Change Assist ........................................................ 42
LaneSense ....................................................................113
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 170 Latches ......................................................................... 201
Hood........................................................................... 58
Leaks, Fluid................................................................... 201
Life Of Tires ................................................................... 256
Liftgate ............................................................................ 59 Hands-Free ................................................................ 62
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer .................................... 46
Light Bulbs .................................................................... 201
Lights ............................................................................. 201 Active Speed Limiter Fault........................................ 74
Active Speed Limiter SET.......................................... 77
Air Bag...................................................... 71
, 176, 200
Anti Lock Brake System ............................................ 74
Automatic Headlights ............................................... 41
Automatic High Beam ................................. 41
, 77, 78
Battery Charge .......................................................... 72
Battery Saver ...................................................... 42
, 44
Brake Assist Warning.............................................. 157
Brake Warning........................................................... 71
Bulb Replacement .................................................. 246
Cornering ................................................................... 41
Cruise ......................................................................... 77
Daytime Running....................................................... 40
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ........................................ 42
Door Open.................................................................. 72
Drowsiness Detected ................................................ 72
Electric Power Steering Fault ................................... 72
Electronic Park Brake ............................................... 74
Electronic Stability Control ....................................... 74
Electronic Throttle Control ........................................ 72
Engine Temperature ................................................. 73
Exterior..................................................................... 201 Forward Collision Warning........................................ 77
Fuel Cutoff ................................................................. 74
Fuel Level Sensor Fail............................................... 74

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Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ................................ 269
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................................16
Service Assistance ....................................................... 270
Service Contract ........................................................... 272
Service Manuals........................................................... 274
Shift Lever Override ..................................................... 218
ShiftingAutomatic Transmission............................................86
Shoulder Belts .............................................................. 170
Side Distance Warning ................................................ 107
Side View Mirror Adjustment ................................... 34
, 35
Signals, Turn................................................... 42, 77, 201
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)........................................... 259
Snow Tires .................................................................... 257
Spare Tires ................................................................... 258
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................................................ 269Oil ............................................................................. 269
Speedometer...................................................................69
Starting ..................................................................... 18
, 80
Automatic Transmission............................................80
Button .........................................................................16
Cold Weather ............................................................. 81
Engine Fails To Start..................................................81
Remote ....................................................................... 18
Starting And Operating ...................................................80 Starting Procedures ........................................................80
Steering Tilt Column .................................................................26
Wheel, Heated ...........................................................26
Wheel, Tilt...................................................................26
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ................................... 150
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls..... 150
Storage ............................................................................50
Storage, Vehicle .............................................................. 50 Stuck, Freeing ............................................................... 219
Sun Roof ................................................................... 56
, 58
Sun Visor ......................................................................... 34
Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag ..................176
Surround View Camera System ...................................117
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................................................... 228
System, Remote Starting ............................................... 18
TTelescoping Steering Column ........................................ 26
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ......................... 49 Tie Down Hooks, Cargo .................................................. 64
Tilt Steering Column ....................................................... 26
Time Delay Headlight .................................................................... 41
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......................... 251
Tire Inflator Kit — If Equipped

b
................................ 211
Tire Markings ................................................................ 246
Tire Safety Information................................................. 246
Tire Service Kit .............................................................. 211
Tires ................................................... 201
, 254, 258, 260
Aging (Life Of Tires) ................................................. 256
Air Pressure.............................................................. 254
Chains ...................................................................... 259
Changing .................................................................. 206
Compact Spare ........................................................ 258
General Information ...................................... 254
, 258
High Speed .............................................................. 255
Inflation Pressure ....................................................254 Jacking .....................................................................206
Life Of Tires .............................................................. 256
Load Capacity .......................................................... 251
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..............75
, 165
Quality Grading ........................................................ 260 Radial ....................................................................... 255
Replacement ........................................................... 256
Rotation ................................................................... 260
Safety .............................................................. 246
, 254
Sizes......................................................................... 247
Snow Tires ............................................................... 257 Spare Tires .............................................................. 258Spinning ................................................................... 255
Trailer Towing .......................................................... 124
Tread Wear Indicators ............................................ 256
Wheel Nut Torque ................................................... 265
To Open Hood ................................................................. 58
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight..................................... 123
Towing ........................................................................... 121 Disabled Vehicle...................................................... 220
Guide........................................................................ 122
Recreational ............................................................ 126
Weight ...................................................................... 122
Towing Behind A Motorhome ...................................... 126
Towing Eyes .................................................................. 221
Traction ......................................................................... 127
Traction Control ...................................................157
, 158
Traffic Sign Recognition System............................. 76, 99
Trailer Towing ............................................................... 121 Minimum Requirements ......................................... 123Tips........................................................................... 125
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................................... 123
Wiring ....................................................................... 124
Trailer Towing Guide .................................................... 122
Trailer Weight................................................................ 122
Transaxle Automatic .................................................................. 85
Operation ................................................................... 85
Transfer Case Fluid ......................................................................... 269
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