Owner Manual
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Inspect the tread and sidewall for proper pressure. Check the tires (including spare) for cuts and cracks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the ... for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other objects lodged in the tread.
Inspect the tread and sidewall for proper pressure. Check the tires (including spare) for cuts and cracks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the ... for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle Tires Examine tires for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other objects lodged in the tread.
Owner Manual
Page 156
... the odomgASCAP ...Fuel Cap Fault eter along with the help speed up the cooling. If this message is a transmission LoW TirE ...Low Tire Pressure over-temperature condition. HOTOIL ...Transmission Oil Temperature Exceeds Safe Threshold NOTE: When this occurs, 4 Raising the idle of ... loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words "gASCAP" cific messages). UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW TirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will...
... the odomgASCAP ...Fuel Cap Fault eter along with the help speed up the cooling. If this message is a transmission LoW TirE ...Low Tire Pressure over-temperature condition. HOTOIL ...Transmission Oil Temperature Exceeds Safe Threshold NOTE: When this occurs, 4 Raising the idle of ... loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words "gASCAP" cific messages). UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW TirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will...
Owner Manual
Page 160
...vehicle • The "ESC Off Indicator Light" and the "ESC placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your authorized dealer as soon as possible to the ON position. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should go out with the engine running .... has tires of a different size than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your vehicle Activation/Malfunction...
...vehicle • The "ESC Off Indicator Light" and the "ESC placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your authorized dealer as soon as possible to the ON position. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should go out with the engine running .... has tires of a different size than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your vehicle Activation/Malfunction...
Owner Manual
Page 161
... pressure for those not reached the level to trigger illumination of your tires is significantly under -inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may not be able to the proper pressure. The TPMS...flash for approximately one or more As an added safety feature, your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to detect or signal low tire pressure as the malfunction exists. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your vehicle has been ...
... pressure for those not reached the level to trigger illumination of your tires is significantly under -inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may not be able to the proper pressure. The TPMS...flash for approximately one or more As an added safety feature, your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to detect or signal low tire pressure as the malfunction exists. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your vehicle has been ...
Owner Manual
Page 162
... equipped on your vehicle is in the ON position before engine start . UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 tires or wheels on your typical driving cycles. TPMS pressures and to ON, have been established for the original bulb does not come on when turning ... or missing gas cap, tion or sensor damage may result. 4 Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not of replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that the 25. The vehicle should be serviced if the light type, and/or...
... equipped on your vehicle is in the ON position before engine start . UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 tires or wheels on your typical driving cycles. TPMS pressures and to ON, have been established for the original bulb does not come on when turning ... or missing gas cap, tion or sensor damage may result. 4 Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not of replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that the 25. The vehicle should be serviced if the light type, and/or...
Owner Manual
Page 165
... display (°F or °C) • Trip computer functions • Audio mode displays - 12 preset Radio Stations or CD Title and Track number when playing • Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) displays (if equipped) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE...
... display (°F or °C) • Trip computer functions • Audio mode displays - 12 preset Radio Stations or CD Title and Track number when playing • Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) displays (if equipped) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE...
Owner Manual
Page 241
... ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...269 ...272 ▫ Tire Markings ...272 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...276 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ...277 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...278 ...282 ▫ Tire Pressure ...282 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...283 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...285 Ⅵ Driving Through Water ...256 Ⅵ Tire Safety Information Ⅵ Parking Brake ...259 Ⅵ...
... ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...269 ...272 ▫ Tire Markings ...272 ▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...276 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ...277 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...278 ...282 ▫ Tire Pressure ...282 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ...283 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ...285 Ⅵ Driving Through Water ...256 Ⅵ Tire Safety Information Ⅵ Parking Brake ...259 Ⅵ...
Owner Manual
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... Fuel (2.7L Only) - STARTING AND OPERATING 241 ▫ Compact Spare Tire ...285 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...300 ▫ Tire Spinning ...286 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...287 ▫ Life Of Tire ...288 ▫ Replacement Tires ...288 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...289 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...290 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...290 Ⅵ Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ...291 ▫ Base System ...294...
... Fuel (2.7L Only) - STARTING AND OPERATING 241 ▫ Compact Spare Tire ...285 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...300 ▫ Tire Spinning ...286 ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...287 ▫ Life Of Tire ...288 ▫ Replacement Tires ...288 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...289 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...290 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...290 Ⅵ Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ...291 ▫ Base System ...294...
Owner Manual
Page 256
... inflated. 5. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.). 5 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. WARNING! This is likely to build up between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of the vehicle ... Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause partial or complete loss of the front wheels. Maintain enough distance between the tire and road surface.
... inflated. 5. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.). 5 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. WARNING! This is likely to build up between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of the vehicle ... Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery surfaces may cause partial or complete loss of the front wheels. Maintain enough distance between the tire and road surface.
Owner Manual
Page 257
... and if there are serious or fatal to you . 256 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in injuries that are any obstacles in the way...
... and if there are serious or fatal to you . 256 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in injuries that are any obstacles in the way...
Owner Manual
Page 263
... others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on slippery surfaces. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. The...
... others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from acting on slippery surfaces. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. The...
Owner Manual
Page 265
ESC. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type, and tires must be susceptible to together to enhance vehicle stability and control in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. Your vehicle may be properly inflated ...
ESC. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type, and tires must be susceptible to together to enhance vehicle stability and control in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. Your vehicle may be properly inflated ...
Owner Manual
Page 267
... of throttle applied. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the...
... of throttle applied. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. • The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the...
Owner Manual
Page 270
...! • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. ESC corrects for the steering wheel position. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle...
...! • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. ESC corrects for the steering wheel position. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle...
Owner Manual
Page 273
... ESC on again by ESC is unavailable. Maximum Load 5 - Maximum Pressure 6 - Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by momentarily pressing the "ESC Off" switch. TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 - Size Designation 3 - NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in motion. DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN...
... ESC on again by ESC is unavailable. Maximum Load 5 - Maximum Pressure 6 - Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by momentarily pressing the "ESC Off" switch. TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings 1 - Size Designation 3 - NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in motion. DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN...
Owner Manual
Page 274
... sidewall preceding the size designation. The size designation for temporary emergency use only. Example: LT235/85R16. Tires designed to this tire • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. Example: 215/65R15 96H. The letter ЉPЉ is absent from...LT. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. STARTING AND OPERATING 273 NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. P-Metric tires have the tire size molded into the sidewall. design standards. design size ...
... sidewall preceding the size designation. The size designation for temporary emergency use only. Example: LT235/85R16. Tires designed to this tire • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. Example: 215/65R15 96H. The letter ЉPЉ is absent from...LT. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards. STARTING AND OPERATING 273 NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. P-Metric tires have the tire size molded into the sidewall. design standards. design size ...
Owner Manual
Page 275
...in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect ratio in ) Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code - ЉRЉ means radial construction -ЉDЉ means diagonal or ...bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in percent (%) - 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ؆...blank...؆ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck...
...in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect ratio in ) Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code - ЉRЉ means radial construction -ЉDЉ means diagonal or ...bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in percent (%) - 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ؆...blank...؆ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck...
Owner Manual
Page 276
... sidewall of speeds at a specified pressure Maximum Load - 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 carry Maximum Pressure - STARTING AND OPERATING 275 EXAMPLE: Service...
... sidewall of speeds at a specified pressure Maximum Load - 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 carry Maximum Pressure - STARTING AND OPERATING 275 EXAMPLE: Service...
Owner Manual
Page 277
... on the white sidewall side of the tire. This symbol certifies that the tire is approved for the TIN on the outboard side of the tire. Look for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used... by the tire manufacturer (one to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could ...
... on the white sidewall side of the tire. This symbol certifies that the tire is approved for the TIN on the outboard side of the tire. Look for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used... by the tire manufacturer (one to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could ...
Owner Manual
Page 278
... a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of PSI (pounds per square inch) or KPa (kilopascals). Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for this...
... a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of PSI (pounds per square inch) or KPa (kilopascals). Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for this...