Tire Rotation Recommendations - Chrysler 300c Owner's Manual

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Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models: For a P215/

65R17 and P225/60R18 use of Peerless
Chain Super Z6 low profile traction device or
equivalent is recommended.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models: For a P235/

55R19 tire, use of an S Class traction device
or equivalent is recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S,
Snow) between front and rear axles can
cause unpredictable handling. You could lose
control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
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 indicate device breakage.
Remove the damaged parts of the device
before further use.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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 manufacturer's

instructions on the method of installation,
operating speed, and conditions for use.
Always use the suggested operating speed
of the device manufacturer's if it is less
than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a compact

spare tire.

Tire Rotation Recommendations

Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles
operate at different loads and perform different
steering, driving, and braking functions. For
these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.
(Continued)
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation
of tires. The benefits of rotation are especially
worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such
as those on all season 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 "Service And Warranty Handbook
(Auto Biography)" for the proper maintenance
intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual
wear should be corrected prior to rotation being
performed.
The suggested rotation method is the "rearward
cross" shown in the following diagram. This
rotation pattern does not apply to some direc-
tional tires that must not be reversed.
Tire Rotation (Rearward Cross)