2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 368

STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Life of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors, including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu• Driving style facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva• Tire pressure lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed. Please see "Tread Wear • Distance driven Indicators" and "Tire and Loading Information" placard for the size designation of your tire. The service descripWARNING! tion and load identification will be found on the originalThe tires and the spare tire should be replaced after equipment tire. Failure to use equivalent replacement six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. your vehicle. We recommend that you contact your You could lose control and have an accident resulting original-equipment manufacturer, or an authorized tire dealer, with any questions you may have on tire specifiin serious injury or death. cations or capability. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and gasoline. 5