Tread Wear Indicators; Life Of Tire; Replacement Tires - Jeep Cherokee Operating Information Manual

Tread Wear Indicators

Tread wear indicators are in the original equip-
ment tires to help you in determining when your
tires should be replaced.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
These indicators are molded into the bottom of
the tread grooves. They will appear as bands
when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
When the tread is worn to the tread wear
indicators, the tire should be replaced.
CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles
depends on tires of equal size, type and
circumference on each wheel. Any difference
in tire size can cause damage to the transfer
case. Tire rotation schedule should be fol-
lowed to balance tire wear.

Life Of Tire

The service life of a tire is dependent upon
various factors including but not limited to:
• Driving style
• Tire pressure
• Distance driven
WARNING!
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 gaso-
line.

Replacement Tires

The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance
of many characteristics. They should be in-
spected regularly for wear and correct cold tire
inflation pressure. The manufacturer strongly
recommends that you use tires equivalent to
the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed. (Refer to the
paragraph on "Tread Wear Indicators"). Refer
to the "Tire and Loading Information" placard
for the size designation of your tires. The ser-
vice description and load identification will be
found on the original equipment tire. Failure to
use equivalent replacement tires may ad-
versely affect the safety, handling, and ride of
your vehicle. We recommend that you contact
your original equipment or an authorized tire
dealer with any questions you may have on tire
specifications or capability.
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