wheel alignment JEEP WRANGLER 2004 TJ / 2.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
²Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen-
sion dimensions and performance characteristics,
resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak-
ing of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and suspension com-
ponents. You could lose control and have an accident
resulting in serious injury or death. Use only the tire
and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your
vehicle.
²Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size
listed on your vehicle's tire label. Using a smaller tire
could result in tire overloading and failure. You
could lose control and have an accident.
²Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
²Overloading your tires is dangerous. Overloading
can cause tire failure. Use tires of the recommended
load capacity for your vehicle - never overload them.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings. Check with your dealer before replacing tires
with a different size.
Alignment And Balance
Tire suspension components of your vehicle should be
inspected and aligned when needed, to obtain maximum
tire tread life.
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
²reduced tread life;
²uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear,
²vehicle pull to the right or to the left.
Tires may also cause your vehicle to pull to the left or
right. Alignment won't correct this condition. See your
dealer for proper diagnosis.
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Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration,
which may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance.
Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire
cupping and spotty wear.
TIRE CHAINS
Install chains on rear tires only. Tire chains may be
installed on all models except Sahara. Follow these
recommendations to guard against damage and exces-
sive tire and chain wear:
²Use chains on P205/75R15 or P215/75R15 tires only.
P225/75R15, LT30 x 9.50R15, and LT245/75R16 tires
do not provide adequate clearance.
²Use SAE class ªSº tire chains or traction devices only.
²Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle, as
recommended by the chain manufacturer.
²Follow tire chain manufacturer's instructions for
mounting chains.
²Install chains snugly and tighten after.6 mile (1 km) of
driving.
²Do notexceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
²Drive cautiously, avoiding large bumps, potholes and
extreme driving maneuvers.
²Do notuse chains or traction devices on the Poly-spare
tire.
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at
different loads and perform different steering, handling,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates, and develop irregular wear patterns.
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 main-
tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to
a smooth, quiet ride.
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Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 188
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 187
Tire Markings......................... 184
Tire Safety Information................... 184
Tires ................................ 191
Air Pressure......................... 192
Alignment.......................... 195
Alignment and Balance................. 195
Balancing........................... 195
Chains............................. 196
Changing........................ 211,213
General Information................... 191
High Speed......................... 193
Inflation Pressures.................... 192
Jacking............................. 214
Load Capacity....................... 188
Pressure Label....................... 192
Radial............................. 193
Replacement......................... 194
Rotation............................ 196
Sizes............................... 185
Spare Tire........................... 213
Spinning............................ 193Tread Wear Indicators.................. 194
Wheel Nut Torque.................... 215
To Open Hood.......................... 55
Torque Converter Clutch................. 170
Towing...........................202,219
Disabled Vehicle...................... 219
Recreational......................... 205
Trailering........................... 202
Trac-Lok Rear Axle...................... 173
Trailer Towing......................... 202
Hitches............................. 197
Transfer Case.......................... 247
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation............. 170
Maintenance......................... 247
Transmission
Automatic.......................... 165
Maintenance......................245,246
Manual............................. 163
Shifting............................ 163
Transporting Pets........................ 39
Tread Wear Indicators................... 194
Trip Odometer......................... 119
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 119
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Turn Signals.........................58,116
Underhood Fuses....................... 256
Upholstery Care........................ 252
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................ 242
Variance, Compass....................... 48
Vehicle Identification Number............... 7
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 256
Vinyl Trim............................ 252
Voltmeter............................. 116
Warning Lights (Instrument
Cluster Description)..................... 116
Warnings and Cautions.................... 7Warranty Information.................... 283
Washer, Adding Fluid................... 155
Washers, Windshield.................... 238
Waxing and Polishing................... 249
Wheel Alignment and Balance............. 195
Wheel Changing....................... 211
Wheel Mounting....................... 215
Wheel Nut Torque...................... 215
Windshield Defroster.................151,153
Windshield, Folding..................... 102
Windshield Washer Aiming............... 238
Windshield Washers...................58,238
Fluid.............................. 238
Windshield Wiper Blades................. 237
Windshield Wipers...................... 58
Wiper, Rear........................... 155
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