Owner's Manual
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Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (including spare) for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on high speed. Also, if gasoline fumes are present, ... Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on the instrument panel. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for fuel, water, oil, or other objects lodged in the tread. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Check...
Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (including spare) for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on high speed. Also, if gasoline fumes are present, ... Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on the instrument panel. Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for fuel, water, oil, or other objects lodged in the tread. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. Check...
Owner's Manual
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.... The bottom of the cover. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 53 CONSOLE FEATURES Console Features - Without Heated Seats The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the far left side coin holder can hold quarters, dimes, nickels, or pennies. Both can accommodate dimes, nickels...
.... The bottom of the cover. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 53 CONSOLE FEATURES Console Features - Without Heated Seats The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the far left side coin holder can hold quarters, dimes, nickels, or pennies. Both can accommodate dimes, nickels...
Owner's Manual
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54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Console Features - With Heated Seats The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of coins, including some international currencies. The right side coin holder can accommodate dimes, nickels or ...
54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Console Features - With Heated Seats The center console/armrest has a pencil /tire gage holder and a tissue holder mounted on the underside of coins, including some international currencies. The right side coin holder can accommodate dimes, nickels or ...
Owner's Manual
Page 128
... ...142 Traction Control - If Equipped ...142 Tire Safety Information ...143 ▫ Tire Markings ...143 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...146 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...147 Tires-General Information ...150 ▫ Tire Pressure ...150 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...151 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...153 ▫ Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped ...153 ▫ Tire Spinning ...154 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...155...
... ...142 Traction Control - If Equipped ...142 Tire Safety Information ...143 ▫ Tire Markings ...143 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...146 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...147 Tires-General Information ...150 ▫ Tire Pressure ...150 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...151 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...153 ▫ Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped ...153 ▫ Tire Spinning ...154 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...155...
Owner's Manual
Page 141
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must never be exploited in use. Just press firmly on the vehicle, nor can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of Anti-lock brakes and may ... accurate signals for the ABS computer. Pumping of the brake pedal will compensate when the compact spare is activated, a vibration of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on your brake pedal when you need to prevent wheel...
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and tires must never be exploited in use. Just press firmly on the vehicle, nor can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of Anti-lock brakes and may ... accurate signals for the ABS computer. Pumping of the brake pedal will compensate when the compact spare is activated, a vibration of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on your brake pedal when you need to prevent wheel...
Owner's Manual
Page 143
..." that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. 5 NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and begins with the section width. P-Metric tires have the letter "P" molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. design standards. Example: P215/65R15 95H. The letter...
..." that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. 5 NOTE: • P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and begins with the section width. P-Metric tires have the letter "P" molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. design standards. Example: P215/65R15 95H. The letter...
Owner's Manual
Page 144
... = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) -Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.5 = Section Width in Inches (in) R = Construction Code - R means Radial Construction. - D means Diagonal or Bias Construction. 15 = Rim Diameter in Inches (in) 144 STARTING AND ...
... = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%) -Ratio of section height to section width of tire. 10.5 = Section Width in Inches (in) R = Construction Code - R means Radial Construction. - D means Diagonal or Bias Construction. 15 = Rim Diameter in Inches (in) 144 STARTING AND ...
Owner's Manual
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...H = Speed Symbol -A symbol indicating the range of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire Light Load = Light Load Tire C,D,E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under specified ...= Load Index -A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at which a tire can carry. Maximum Pressure - Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire is designed to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved under certain...
...H = Speed Symbol -A symbol indicating the range of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire Light Load = Light Load Tire C,D,E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under specified ...= Load Index -A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at which a tire can carry. Maximum Pressure - Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire is designed to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved under certain...
Owner's Manual
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...the date code may be on one side. MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location.(2 digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size.(2 digits) ABCD = Code used by tire manufacturer.(1 to 4 digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits) -03 means the 3rd week. 01 = Number ... were only required to have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. 146 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may only be found on the outboard side then you will have 1 number to represent the year...
...the date code may be on one side. MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location.(2 digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size.(2 digits) ABCD = Code used by tire manufacturer.(1 to 4 digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured.(2 digits) -03 means the 3rd week. 01 = Number ... were only required to have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. 146 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may only be found on the outboard side then you will have 1 number to represent the year...
Owner's Manual
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... capacity if you important information about the, 1) number of the tire on your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 147 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a "Tire and Loading Information" placard located on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of people that...
... capacity if you important information about the, 1) number of the tire on your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 147 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: Some vehicles have a "Tire and Loading Information" placard located on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of people that...
Owner's Manual
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... this manual. This table is 650 lb. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb.) 5. 148 STARTING AND OPERATING adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of your vehicle. Locate the statement "The combined weight of the driver... XXX lbs." on the vehicle. For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
... this manual. This table is 650 lb. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb.) 5. 148 STARTING AND OPERATING adhere to the loading conditions, tire size and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard and the Vehicle Loading section of your vehicle. Locate the statement "The combined weight of the driver... XXX lbs." on the vehicle. For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
Owner's Manual
Page 150
... to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Improperly inflated tires are affected by improper tire pressure: 1. TIRES-GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is dangerous. Use tires of your stopping distance. Safety- WARNING! Objects on the road ...and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can fail suddenly, resulting in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire's ability to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. 150 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never overload...
... to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Improperly inflated tires are affected by improper tire pressure: 1. TIRES-GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is dangerous. Use tires of your stopping distance. Safety- WARNING! Objects on the road ...and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can fail suddenly, resulting in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire's ability to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. 150 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never overload...
Owner's Manual
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... 5 "B" PILLAR The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for passenger cars is listed on either the face of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. For vehicles other than passenger... cars, the cold tire inflation pressures are less that the maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure conditions will reduce tread life resulting in higher fuel consumption. 3....
... 5 "B" PILLAR The pressure should be checked and adjusted as well as inspecting for passenger cars is listed on either the face of tire wear or visible damage at least once a month. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. For vehicles other than passenger... cars, the cold tire inflation pressures are less that the maximum loaded vehicle condition. These pressure conditions will reduce tread life resulting in higher fuel consumption. 3....
Owner's Manual
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... air temperature change by 3 psi (21 kPa), which could damage the valve stem. Where speed limits or conditions are always "cold tire inflation pressure". Inflation pressures specified on the placard are such that the vehicle can be too low. This will be driven at high ... valve stem, which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12° F (7° C) for this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter. Cold tire inflation pressure is very important. Example: If garage temperature = 68° F (20° C) and the outside temperature condition....
... air temperature change by 3 psi (21 kPa), which could damage the valve stem. Where speed limits or conditions are always "cold tire inflation pressure". Inflation pressures specified on the placard are such that the vehicle can be too low. This will be driven at high ... valve stem, which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12° F (7° C) for this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the winter. Cold tire inflation pressure is very important. Example: If garage temperature = 68° F (20° C) and the outside temperature condition....
Owner's Manual
Page 153
...case of trucks with other types of tires. Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in radial tires are for radial tire repairs. Combining radial ply tires with radial tires. The instability could have a total ... miles (4 800 km). Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to fail. High speed driving with your authorized tire dealer for emergency use spare tires have a serious accident. Consult your vehicle under maximum load is engineered to be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at...
...case of trucks with other types of tires. Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped The compact spare is for temporary emergency use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in radial tires are for radial tire repairs. Combining radial ply tires with radial tires. The instability could have a total ... miles (4 800 km). Be sure to follow the warnings which apply to fail. High speed driving with your authorized tire dealer for emergency use spare tires have a serious accident. Consult your vehicle under maximum load is engineered to be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at...
Owner's Manual
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... for the compact spare. See the paragraph on the vehicle at any given time. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Do not install more than 35 mph (55km/h) when you are stuck. Tire Spinning When stuck in Section 6 of the reduced ground clearance, do not spin your vehicle through an... automatic car wash with the compact spare installed. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than one compact spare tire/wheel on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not take your vehicle's wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). And...
... for the compact spare. See the paragraph on the vehicle at any given time. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Do not install more than 35 mph (55km/h) when you are stuck. Tire Spinning When stuck in Section 6 of the reduced ground clearance, do not spin your vehicle through an... automatic car wash with the compact spare installed. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than one compact spare tire/wheel on Freeing A Stuck Vehicle in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not take your vehicle's wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). And...
Owner's Manual
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... are molded into the bottom of many characteristics. We recommend that you may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your tire. Replacement Tires The tires on the original equipment tire. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you contact your new vehicle provide a balance of the tread grooves and will be replaced. Many states...
... are molded into the bottom of many characteristics. We recommend that you may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your tire. Replacement Tires The tires on the original equipment tire. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you contact your new vehicle provide a balance of the tread grooves and will be replaced. Many states...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
...your vehicle. 156 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Do not use a tire with tires of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle. • Never use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for proper diagnosis. Vibration ...may be a result of a different size may result in sudden tire failure and loss of your vehicle with a smaller load index could lose control and have an accident resulting in changes to steering...
...your vehicle. 156 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Do not use a tire with tires of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle. • Never use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for proper diagnosis. Vibration ...may be a result of a different size may result in sudden tire failure and loss of your vehicle with a smaller load index could lose control and have an accident resulting in changes to steering...
Owner's Manual
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...to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in size and type to a smooth, quiet ride. Standard tires are used. Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the tire side wall. CAUTION! The benefits of 4, failure to develop irregular wear patterns. If... the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving and braking functions. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as those on all season type...
...to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in size and type to a smooth, quiet ride. Standard tires are used. Tire Rotation Recommendations Tires on the tire side wall. CAUTION! The benefits of 4, failure to develop irregular wear patterns. If... the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving and braking functions. SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of the all season type and satisfy this requirement as those on all season type...
Owner's Manual
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... be moved from side to the right (+) an upshift. More frequent rotation is identified by the word "AUTOSTICK". 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of this manual. AUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED Autostick is the "forward-cross" shown in the Autostick position, it can also provide...
... be moved from side to the right (+) an upshift. More frequent rotation is identified by the word "AUTOSTICK". 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of this manual. AUTOSTICK - IF EQUIPPED Autostick is the "forward-cross" shown in the Autostick position, it can also provide...