load capacity JEEP PATRIOT 2017 1.G User Guide

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-
placed.
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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
wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent
to the originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread
Wear Indicator”. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information
placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size
designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed
Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equip-
ment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart example found
in the “Tire Safety Information” section of this manual for
more information relating to the Load Index and Speed
Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear
tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect
your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer
or original equipment dealer with any questions you may
have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use
equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the
safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
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 steer-
ing, 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.
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Tilt Column.............................42
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................361
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .361
Storage Bin ................................85
Storage, Vehicle .............................65
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .270
Sunroof Closing ................................70
Opening ................................69
Sun Roof .................................69
Sun Visor Extension .........................46
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ..........164
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .287
System, Remote Starting ......................23
Taillights ................................ .245
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............63
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo .......................76
Tilt Down .................................36
Up....................................36
Tilt Steering Column .........................42
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............306
Tire Markings ............................ .303Tires.........................
.192, 310, 317, 322
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .314
Air Pressure ........................... .310
Chains ............................... .320
Changing .......................... .249, 302
Compact Spare ......................... .317
General Information ...................310, 317
High Speed ............................ .312
Inflation Pressures ........................311
Jacking ........................... .249, 302
Life Of Tires ........................... .314
Load Capacity ...................... .306, 307
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............140
Pressure Warning Light ....................105
Quality Grading ........................ .322
Radial ............................... .312
Replacement ........................... .315
Rotation .............................. .321
Safety ............................ .302,

310
Snow Tires ............................ .317
Spare Tire ...................... .250, 317, 318
Spinning .............................. .313
Trailer Towing .......................... .227
Tread Wear Indicators .....................313
Tire Safety Information ...................... .302
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