Tire Rotation Recommendations - Jeep CHEROKEE User Manual

CAUTION!
Use on Front Tires Only

Damage to Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Models may result if tire chains or trac-
tion devices are used with original equip-
ment size tires.
Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD)

Models without a Two-Speed Power
Transfer Unit may result if tire chains or
traction devices are used with original
equipment size tires.
Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD)

Trailhawk Models may result if tire
chains or traction devices are used with
original equipment size tires.
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device clear-

ance between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only trac-
tion devices in good condition are used.
Broken devices can cause serious damage.
Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could
breakage. Remove the damaged parts of
the device before further use.
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Install device as tightly as possible and

then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km). Autosock traction devices do
not require retightening.
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).

Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns

and large bumps, especially with a
loaded vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on

dry pavement.
Observe the traction device manufac-

turer's instructions on the method of
installation, operating speed, and condi-
tions for use. Always use the suggested
operating speed of the device manufac-
turer's if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a compact

spare tire.

Tire Rotation Recommendations

The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
operate at different loads and perform
indicate device
different steering, handling, and braking
functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
These effects can be reduced by timely rota-
tion of tires. The benefits of rotation are
especially worthwhile with aggressive tread
designs such as those on On/Off Road type
tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to
maintain mud, snow, and wet traction levels,
and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the "Maintenance Plan" for the
proper maintenance intervals. The reasons
for any rapid or unusual wear should be
corrected prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested Front Wheel Drive (FWD) rota-
tion method is the "forward cross" shown in
the following diagram. This rotation pattern
does not apply to some directional tires that
must not be reversed.
Tire Rotation (Forward Cross)