Tire Inflation Pressures - Jeep 2014 Compass Owner's Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle

to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the

right or left.

• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-

mended cold tire inflation pressure.

Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear

patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal

wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for

earlier tire replacement. Under-inflation also increases

tire rolling resistance resulting in higher fuel consump-

Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability

Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.

Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable

ride. Both underinflation and over-inflation affect the

stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of

sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering.

• Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause

erratic and unpredictable steering response.

• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the

vehicle to drift left or right.

Tire Inflation Pressures

The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the

driver's side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver's side

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