Dodge 2004 Intrepid, Owner'S Manual

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The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to
the brake system due to overheated brake temperatures.
NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may
cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction
Control OFF Light, indicated by TRAC OFF , located in
the instrument cluster.
This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is
a normal condition. After cooling, the system will auto-
matically reactivate and turn off the TRAC OFF Light.
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, ice, or snow, turn
the Traction Control System Off before attempting to
“rock” the vehicle free.
TIRES
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary
areas are affected by improper tire pressure:
1. Safety—
WARNING!
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Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can
cause accidents.
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Under inflation increases tire flexing and can
result in tire failure.
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Over inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion
shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause
damage that results in tire failure.
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Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob-
lems. You could lose control of your vehicle.
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Overinflated or under inflated tires can affect
vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in
loss of vehicle control.
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Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended pressure.
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