2012 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 348

346 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom- was originally equipped with your vehicle and should mended. not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to CAUTION! original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are tire inflation pressures. used. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states produring the winter. All season tires can be identified by the hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. M+S designation on the tire sidewall. If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates.