Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation; Radial Ply Tires; Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped - Dodge Caliber Owner's Manual

Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13
to 40 kPa) during operation. Do not reduce this
normal pressure build up or your tire pressure
will be too low.
Tire Pressures for High Speed
Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe
speeds within posted speed limits. Where
speed limits or conditions are such that the
vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintain-
ing correct tire inflation pressure is very impor-
tant. Increased tire pressure and reduced ve-
hicle loading may be required for high-speed
vehicle operation. Refer to original equipment
or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire
inflation pressures.
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WARNING!
High speed driving with your vehicle under
maximum load is dangerous. The added
strain on your tires could cause them to fail.
You could have a serious accident. Do not
drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capac-
ity at continuous speeds above 75 mph
(120 km/h).

Radial Ply Tires

WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of
tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to
handle poorly. The instability could cause an
accident. Always use radial ply tires in sets of
four. Never combine them with other types of
tires.
Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable
only in the tread area because of sidewall
flexing. Consult your authorized tire dealer for
radial tire repairs.
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Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emer-
gency use with radial tires. It is engineered to
be used on your style vehicle only. Since this
tire has limited tread life, the original tire should
be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at the
first opportunity.
WARNING!
• Temporary use spare tires are for emer-
gency use only. With these tires, do not
drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
• Temporary-use spare tires have limited
tread life. When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the temporary use
spare tire needs to be replaced.
• Be sure to follow the warnings which apply
to your spare. Failure to do so could result
in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle
control.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount
a conventional tire on the compact spare
wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically
for the compact spare.
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