Tire Rotation Recommendations - Jeep 2015 Cherokee Operating Information Manual

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 dam-
age. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device break-
age. Remove the damaged parts of the
device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km).
• 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.
CAUTION! (Continued)
• Observe the traction device manufactur-
er's instructions on the method of installa-
tion, 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
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
operate at different loads and perform different
steering, handling, and braking functions. For
these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.
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 On/Off Road type tires. Rotation will
increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow,
and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
(Continued)
smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the "Service and Warranty Handbook"
for the proper maintenance intervals. The rea-
sons 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 "rearward cross" shown in the
following diagram. This rotation pattern does
not apply to some directional tires that must not
be reversed.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation
The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire
rotation method is the "forward-cross" shown in
the following diagram.
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