Dodge Durango (DN). Manual — part 153
TIRE NOISE OR VIBRATION
Radial-ply tires are sensitive to force impulses
caused
by
improper
mounting,
vibration,
wheel
defects, or possibly tire imbalance.
To find out if tires are causing the noise or vibra-
tion, drive the vehicle over a smooth road at varying
speeds. Note the noise level during acceleration and
deceleration. The engine, differential and exhaust
noises will change as speed varies, while the tire
noise will usually remain constant.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
ROTATION
Tires on the front and rear operate at different
loads and perform different steering, driving, and
braking functions. For these reasons they wear at
unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear
patterns. These effects can be reduced by rotating
the tires at regular intervals. The benefits of tire
rotation are:
• Increase tread life
• Maintain traction levels
• A smooth, quiet ride
The suggested method of tire rotation is (Fig. 6).
Other rotation methods can be used, but they will
not provide all the tire longevity benefits.
MATCH MOUNTING
Wheels and tires are match mounted at the factory.
This means that the high spot of the tire is matched
to the low spot on the wheel rim. Each are marked
with a bright colored temporary label on the out-
board surface for alignment. The wheel is also
marked permanently on the inside of the rim in the
tire well. This permanent mark may be a paint dot
or line, a permanent label or a stamped impression
such as an X. An optional location mark is a small
spherical indentation on the vertical face of the out-
board flange on some non styled base steel wheels.
The tire must be removed to locate the permanent
mark on the inside of the wheel.
Before dismounting a tire from its wheel, a refer-
ence mark should be placed on the tire at the valve
Fig. 4 Tread Wear Indicators
1 – TREAD ACCEPTABLE
2 – TREAD UNACCEPTABLE
3 – WEAR INDICATOR
Fig. 5 Tire Wear Patterns
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
stem location. This reference will ensure that it is
remounted in the original position on the wheel.
(1) Remove the tire and wheel assembly from the
vehicle and mount on a service dynamic balance
machine.
(2) Measure the total runout on the center of the
tire tread rib with a dial indicator. Record the indi-
cator reading. Mark the tire to indicate the high spot.
Place a mark on the tire at the valve stem location
(Fig. 7).
(3) Break down the tire and remount it 180
degrees on the rim (Fig. 8).
(4) Measure the total indicator runout again. Mark
the tire to indicate the high spot.
(5) If runout is still excessive, the following proce-
dures must be done.
• If the high spot is within 101.6 mm (4.0 in.) of
the first spot and is still excessive, replace the tire.
• If the high spot is within 101.6 mm (4.0 in.) of
the first spot on the wheel, the wheel may be out of
specifications. Refer to Wheel and Tire Runout.
• If the high spot is NOT within 101.6 mm (4.0
in.) of either high spot, draw an arrow on the tread
from second high spot to first. Break down the tire
and remount it 90 degrees on rim in that direction
(Fig. 9). This procedure will normally reduce the
runout to an acceptable amount, if not replace the
rim.
REPAIRING LEAKS
For proper repairing, a radial tire must be removed
from the wheel. Repairs should only be made if the
defect, or puncture, is in the tread area (Fig. 10). The
tire should be replaced if the puncture is located in
the sidewall.
Deflate tire completely before removing the tire
from the wheel. Use lubrication such as a mild soap
solution when dismounting or mounting tire. Use
tools free of burrs or sharp edges which could dam-
age the tire or wheel rim.
Before mounting tire on wheel, make sure all rust
is removed from the rim bead and repaint if neces-
sary.
Fig. 6 Tire Rotation Pattern
Fig. 7 First Measurement On Tire
1 – REFERENCE MARK
2 – 1ST MEASUREMENT
HIGH SPOT MARK TIRE AND RIM
3 – WHEEL
4 – VALVE STEM
Fig. 8 Remount Tire 180 Degrees
1 – VALVE STEM
2 – REFERENCE MARK
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)
Install wheel on vehicle, and tighten to proper
torque specification.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
CLEANING TIRES
Remove the protective coating on the tires before
delivery of a vehicle. This coating may cause deteri-
oration of the tires.
To remove the protective coating, apply warm
water and let it soak for a few minutes. Afterwards,
scrub the coating away with a soft bristle brush.
Steam cleaning may also be used to remove the coat-
ing.
NOTE: DO NOT use gasoline, mineral oil, oil-based
solvent or a wire brush for cleaning.
SPECIFICATIONS
TIRES REVOLUTIONS PER MILE
Fig. 9 Remount Tire 90 Degrees In Direction of
Arrow
1 – 2ND HIGH SPOT ON TIRE
2 – 1ST HIGH SPOT ON TIRE
Fig. 10 Tire Repair Area
1 – REPAIRABLE AREA
TIRE SIZE
SUPPLIER
REVOLUTIONS
PER MILE
P235/75R15 XL
MICHELIN
720
P235/75R15 XL
GOODYEAR
729
P275/60R17
GOODYEAR
697
31x10.50R15 LT
GOODYEAR
689
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)
WHEELS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SERVICE PROCEDURES
WHEEL INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TIRE AND WHEEL BALANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL
DESCRIPTION
The rim size is on the vehicle safety certification
label located on the drivers door shut face. The size
of the rim is determined by the drivetrain package.
Original equipment wheels/rims are designed for
operation up to the specified maximum vehicle capac-
ity.
All models use stamped steel, cast aluminum or
forged aluminum wheels. Every wheel has raised sec-
tions between the rim flanges and rim drop well
called safety humps (Fig. 1).
Initial inflation of the tire forces the bead over
these raised sections. In case of rapid loss of air pres-
sure, the raised sections help hold the tire on the
wheel.
The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific
applications. All aluminum and some steel wheels
have wheel stud nuts with an enlarged nose. This
enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention
of the wheels. Do not use replacement studs or nuts
with a different design or lesser quality.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WHEEL INSPECTION
Inspect wheels for:
• Excessive run out
• Dents or cracks
• Damaged wheel lug nut holes
• Air Leaks from any area or surface of the rim
NOTE: Do not attempt to repair a wheel by ham-
mering, heating or welding.
If a wheel is damaged an original equipment
replacement wheel should be used. When obtaining
replacement wheels, they should be equivalent in
load carrying capacity. The diameter, width, offset,
pilot hole and bolt circle of the wheel should be the
same as the original wheel.
WARNING: FAILURE
TO
USE
EQUIVALENT
REPLACEMENT WHEELS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT
THE SAFETY AND HANDLING OF THE VEHICLE.
USED WHEELS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. THE
SERVICE HISTORY OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE
INCLUDED SEVERE TREATMENT OR VERY HIGH
MILEAGE. THE RIM COULD FAIL WITHOUT WARN-
ING.
TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT
Radial runout is the difference between the high
and low points on the tire or wheel (Fig. 2).
Lateral runout is the wobble of the tire or wheel.
Fig. 1 Safety Rim
1 – FLANGE
2 – RIDGE
3 – WELL
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