Tread Wear Indicators; Life Of Tire; Tire Tread - Dodge Durango 2017 User Manual

M A I N T A I N I N G Y O U R V E H I C L E
Refer to "Freeing A Stuck Vehicle" in "What To Do In Emergencies" for further
information.
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.

Tread Wear Indicators

Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when
your tires should be replaced.
These indicators are molded into the bot-
tom 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. Refer to "Replacement
Tires" in this section for further informa-
tion.

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 pressures 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 maintenance schedule
is highly recommended.
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.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible.
Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
WARNING!
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
WARNING!

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