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condition, please replace the TPMS sensor as it is
not designed to be reused when driven under Run
Flat mode 14 psi (96 kPa) condition.
NOTE:TPMS Sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition.
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 System section
for more information.
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.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment
tires to help you in determining when your tires
should be replaced.

Tire Tread

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the
tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the
tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying
factors including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pres -
sures can cause uneven wear patterns to
develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Distance driven.
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V
or higher, and Summer tires typically have a
reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per
the vehicle scheduled maintenance is highly
recommended.
NOTE:Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in existing
tires.
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.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New TireWARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after
six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Failure to follow this warning can result in
sudden tire failure. You could lose control and
have a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
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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.SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED
For restrictions when towing with a spare tire
designated for temporary emergency use
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page 178.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and
wheel equivalent in look and function to the
original equipment tire and wheel found on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire
may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If
your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized
tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation
pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency
use only. You can identify if your vehicle is
equipped with a compact spare by looking at the
spare tire description on the Tire and Loading
Information Placard located on the driver’s side
door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the
letter “T” or “S” preceding the size designation.
Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original
equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced)
and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first
opportunity.
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.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic car
wash with a compact or limited use temporary
spare installed. Damage to the vehicle may
result.
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Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel,
since the wheel is designed specifically for the
compact spare tire. Do not install more than one
compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any
given time.
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
The collapsible spare is for temporary emergency
use only. You can identify if your vehicle is
equipped with a collapsible spare by looking at the
spare tire description on the Tire and Loading
Information Placard located on the driver’s side
door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Collapsible spare tire description example:
165/80-17 101P. Since this tire has limited tread life, the original
equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced)
and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is
properly installed to the vehicle. Inflate the
collapsible tire using the electric air pump before
lowering the vehicle.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel,
since the wheel is designed specifically for the
collapsible spare tire.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire may look like the originally equipped
tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is
not. This spare tire may have limited tread life.
When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the temporary use full size spare tire
needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the
original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle
at the first opportunity.
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary
emergency use only. This tire is identified by a label
located on the limited use spare wheel. This label
contains the driving limitations for this spare. This
tire may look like the original equipped tire on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects
vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as your
original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the
original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle
at the first opportunity.
WARNING!

Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not
drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary
use spares have limited tread life. When the tread
is worn to the tread wear indicators, the
temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be
sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your
spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.

WARNING!

Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not
drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary
use spares have limited tread life. When the tread
is worn to the tread wear indicators, the
temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced. Be
sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your
spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire
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WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum
and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned
regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to
maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion.
Wash wheels with the same soap solution
recommended for the body of the vehicle and
remember to always wash when the surfaces are
not hot to the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration
caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium
chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road
chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on dirt
roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap to
wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s
protective coating that helps keep them from
corroding and tarnishing.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including
excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the
selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and
equipment to prevent damage to the wheels.
Mopar® Wheel Treatment or Mopar® Chrome
Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for
aluminum or chrome wheels.
NOTE:If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with
wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the
brakes to remove the water droplets from the
brake components. This activity will remove the
red rust on the brake rotors and prevent vehicle
vibration when braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low
Gloss Clear Coat WheelsWARNING!

Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects
vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more
than the speed listed on the limited use spare
wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pres
-
sures listed on your Tire and Loading Information
Placard located on the driver’s side B-pillar or the
rear edge of the driver’s side door. Replace (or
repair) the original equipment tire at the first
opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure
to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.

CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or
harsh brushes. Many aftermarket wheel
cleaners and automatic car washes may
damage the wheel's protective finish. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar®
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
CAUTION!

Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle
brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner. These prod -
ucts may damage the wheel's protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar®
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.

CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty
wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives,
or polishing compounds. They will permanently
damage this finish and such damage is not cov -
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND
WASH ONLY USING MILD SOAP AND WATER
WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis;
this is all that is required to maintain this finish.
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Dual Rear Wheels

Tire Rotation

The tires used on dual wheel assemblies should be
matched for wear to prevent overloading one tire in
a set. To check if tires are even, lay a straight edge
across all four tires. The straight edge should touch
all the tires.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Information System (TPIS):
The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS)
uses unique sensors in the inner rear wheels to
help identify them from the outer rear wheels,
because of this, the inner and outer wheel loca -
tions can’t be switched.
After a tire rotation is completed, as shown
below, the system can auto learn the locations
of each sensor ID. Auto learning/localization occurs when the vehicle ignition status is
changed from Off to On and speeds of greater
than 5 mph (8 km/h) are obtained and remain
over 5 mph (8 km/h) for at about a 15 minute
period. You may need to drive for 20 minutes to
account slower speeds and stops.
If the tires are rotated incorrectly, the Auto local
-
ization of the TPIS sensors will fail to locate
correctly resulting in incorrect locations for the
pressure values displayed in the Instrument
Cluster.
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
CAUTION!
4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires may only have
one approved direction of rotation. This is to
accommodate the asymmetrical design (tread
pattern) of the On/Off road tire.
When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have
to be remounted on the rim or installed at a
different location to maintain the correct
placement of the tire on the wheel relative to
the tire/wheel position on the vehicle. For
example, if the spare is used to replace an
outer rear tire it will have to be remounted on
the rim so that the wheel is dished inward.
That way the tread design of asymmetrical
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................227Body Builders Guide........................................ 10Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 351B-Pillar Location............................................. 380Brake Assist System...................................... 260Brake Control System.................................... 260Brake Fluid.......................................... 358, 407Brake System...................................... 358, 397Fluid Check............................................... 358Master Cylinder......................................... 358Parking...................................................... 119Warning Light.............................................. 95Brake/Transmission Interlock....................... 122Bulb Replacement......................................... 371Bulbs, Light.......................................... 309, 371
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Cab Top Clearance Lights.............................. 375Camera.......................................................... 159Camera, AUX........................................ 165, 168Camera, Rear...................................... 159, 161Camera, Trailer 360...................................... 165Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)......... 403Capacities, Fluid............................................ 403Caps, FillerOil (Engine)................................................ 338Power Steering.......................................... 140Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 356
Car Washes................................................... 394Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 309, 310Cargo Light....................................................... 50CD................................................................. 221Cellular Phone.............................................. 252Center High Mounted Stop Light................... 375Center Seat Storage Compartment.................. 62Changing A Flat Tire...................................... 315Charge Air Cooler.......................................... 357Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 377Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................................................. 104Checking Your Vehicle For Safety................. 307Checks, Safety.............................................. 307Child Restraint.............................................. 291Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 294Child Seat Installation..................... 300, 302How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 299Infant And Child Restraints....................... 293Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 298Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 295Older Children And Child Restraints......... 293Seating Positions...................................... 295Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 399CleaningWheels..................................................... 389Climate Control................................................ 54Automatic.................................................... 54Manual........................................................ 58
Cold Weather Operation................................ 108Compact Spare Tire...................................... 387Connected Services...................................... 233Connected Services FAQ............................... 247Connected Services Features....................... 236Connected Services, Getting Started............ 235Connected Services, Introduction................. 233Contract, Service........................................... 410Controls........................................................ 214Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 356Cooling System............................................. 354Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 355Coolant Level................................... 355, 357Cooling Capacity....................................... 403Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 356Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 355Inspection................................................. 357Points To Remember................................ 357Pressure Cap............................................ 356Radiator Cap............................................. 356Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..... 355, 404Corrosion Protection..................................... 393Cruise Control (Speed Control)............. 141, 143Cruise Light................................................... 102Customer Assistance.................................... 409Cybersecurity................................................ 190

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Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
............ 283Seat Belt Reminder......................................... 94Seat Belts............................................ 276, 307Adjustable Shoulder Belt........................... 280Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 280Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage............................................. 280Child Restraints......................................... 291Extender.................................................... 282Front Seat....................................... 276, 279Inspection................................................. 307Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 279Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting...................279Operating Instructions............................... 279Pregnant Women...................................... 282Reminder.................................................. 276Seat Belt Extender.................................... 282Seat Belt Reminder................................... 276Untwisting Procedure................................ 279Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 395Seats........................................................ 31, 32Adjustment........................................... 31, 32Easy Entry................................................... 33Folding Floor............................................... 65Head Restraints.......................................... 35Memory....................................................... 29Power.......................................................... 32Rear Folding................................................ 31Tilting.......................................................... 31
Security Alarm........................................... 23, 96Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).................. 404Send & Go........................................... 242, 248Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................................. 18Service Assistance........................................ 409Service Contract........................................... 410Service Manuals........................................... 411Settings, Audio.............................................. 219Shift Lever Override...................................... 322Shifting......................................................... 121Automatic Transmission.................. 122, 126Transfer Case........................................... 139Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)................................... 186Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of TransferCase Neutral (N)................................... 187Signals, Turn................................. 50, 102, 309Sirius Satellite Radio..................................... 215Favorites................................................... 218Replay...................................................... 217SiriusXM Satellite RadioBrowse in SXM......................................... 218Favorites................................................... 218Replay...................................................... 217Sliding Rear Window, Power............................ 72Smart Watch................................................. 247Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 390Snow Plow.................................................... 183
Snow Tires.................................................... 387SOS Call............................................... 236, 248Spare Tires........................................... 387, 388Speed ControlAccel/Decel.............................................. 142Cancel....................................................... 142Resume.................................................... 142Speed Control (Cruise Control)............. 141, 143Starting....................................... 105, 107, 108Automatic Transmission.................. 105, 109Button..........................................................18Cold Weather............................................ 108Engine Block Heater................................. 110Engine Fails To Start................................. 107Starting And Operating.................................. 107Starting Procedures............................. 107, 108Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines)............ 108Starting Procedures (Gas Engines)............... 105SteeringPower........................................................ 140Tilt Column...................................................27Wheel, Heated...................................... 27, 28Wheel, Tilt....................................................27Steering Wheel Audio Controls...................... 213Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System....... 213Stolen Vehicle Assistance.................... 244, 249Storage............................................................61Storage Compartment, Center Seat.................62

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Storage, Vehicle
...................................... 60, 393Store Radio Presets....................................... 219Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 393Sunglasses Storage......................................... 64Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 266Synthetic Engine Oil....................................... 342
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 27Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)............ 60Tilt Down........................................................... 32Up................................................................ 32Tilt Steering Column........................................ 27Tip Start............................................... 107, 109Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 380Tire Markings................................................. 376Tire Safety Information.................................. 376Tires................................... 309, 383, 387, 392Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 385Air Pressure............................................... 383Chains....................................................... 390Changing................................................... 315Compact Spare......................................... 387Dual........................................ 318, 392, 397General Information........................ 383, 387High Speed................................................ 384Inflation Pressure...................................... 383Jacking...................................................... 315Life Of Tires............................................... 385
Load Capacity........................................... 380Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..99, 268Quality Grading......................................... 392Radial....................................................... 384Replacement............................................ 386Rotation.................................................... 391Safety.............................................. 376, 383Sizes......................................................... 377Snow Tires................................................ 387Spare Tires...................................... 387, 388Spinning................................................... 385Trailer Towing........................................... 178Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 385Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 397To Open Hood.................................................. 73Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 177Torque Converter Clutch............................... 131Tow Mode Mirror.............................................. 39Towing................................................. 173, 325Disabled Vehicle....................................... 325Guide........................................................ 176Recreational............................................. 185Weight...................................................... 176Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 185Traction......................................................... 188Traction Control............................................ 265Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 266Trailer Towing............................................... 173Hitches..................................................... 176Minimum Requirements........................... 177
Mirrors.........................................................42Tips........................................................... 182Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 177Wiring....................................................... 181Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 176Trailer Weight................................................ 176Transfer Case................................................ 361Electronically Shifted....................... 132, 135Fluid.......................................................... 407Transmission................................................. 122Automatic............................... 122, 126, 358Fluid.......................................................... 407Maintenance............................................ 358Shifting..................................................... 121Transporting Pets.......................................... 307Tread Wear Indicators................................... 385Turn Signals.................................. 50, 102, 373
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UconnectPhone Call Features
................................. 228Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................... 231Uconnect Phone............................................ 225Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 230Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress................ 229Bluetooth Communication Link................ 233Call Continuation...................................... 231
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