Snow TiresSome areas of the country require the use ofsnow tires during the winter. Snow tires can beidentified by a “mountain/snowflake” symbol onthe tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, se-lect tires equivalent in sizeand type to the originalequipment tires. Use snowtires only in sets of four;failure to do so may ad-versely affect the safetyand handling of your ve-hicle.Snow tires generally have lower speed ratingsthan what was originally equipped with yourvehicle and should not be operated at sustainedspeeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For speedsabove 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to originalequipment or an authorized tire dealer for rec-ommended safe operating speeds, loading andcold tire inflation pressures.While studded tires improve performance onice, skid and traction capability on wet or drysurfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit studdedtires; therefore, local laws should be checkedbefore using these tire types.Run Flat Tires — If EquippedRun Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapidloss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss ofinflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode. ARun Flat mode occurs when the tire inflationpressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once aRun Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it haslimited driving capabilities and needs to bereplaced immediately. A Run Flat tire is notrepairable.It is not recommended driving a vehicle loadedat full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is inthe run flat mode.See the tire pressure monitoring section formore information.Spare Tires — If EquippedNOTE:For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kitinstead of a spare tire, please refer to “TireService Kit” in “What To Do In Emergencies”for further information.CAUTION!Because of the reduced ground clearance,do not take your vehicle through an auto-matic car wash with a compact or limited-usetemporary spare installed. Damage to thevehicle may result.Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped TireAnd Wheel — If EquippedYour vehicle may be equipped with a spare tireand wheel equivalent in look and function to theoriginal equipment tire and wheel found on thefront or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tiremay be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle.If your vehicle has this option, refer to anauthorized tire dealer for the recommended tirerotation pattern.341
