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TIRE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONTIRE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
SAFE USE OF TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES
WARNING
The spare tire your car is equipped with may be of a different
size and construction from the other tires on your vehicle. When
using any temporary type spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle
manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to observe recommended
precautions could lead to erratic vehicle behavior and/or tire
damage, possibly resulting in an accident and serious personal
injury or death.
• The temporary spare tire is designed for temporary use only. It
must not be used continuously as a standard tire. The temporary
spare tire should be returned to the trunk as soon as it is
convenient to have your standard tire repaired or replaced.
• The temporary spare tire should not be used for speeds
exceeding 50 mph.
• Never use chains on temporary spare tires, because it could
cause damage to your vehicle.
• When you replace the temporary tire, replace it only with the
same type of tire.
• A full-size spare tire in your vehicle is intended for use as a spare
when needed. Please see the “Tire Rotation” section for the
proper procedures for including the same size construction and
speed-rated tire (for LT tires of the same size, type, and load
rating) in the rotation pattern. (Do not rotate a temporary spare
tire.)
WARNING
Check infl ation pressure before using your spare tire. Failure
to have proper infl ation pressure when using your spare tire
may cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious
personal injury or death. Maintain spare tire infl ation pressures
based on the vehicle Owner’s Manual or the Tire Information
Placard.
“T” Type high-pressure temporary spare tires should not be
used with any other wheel, nor should standard tires, snow
tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used on the high-pressure
spare tire wheel. If you fail to follow this warning, your vehicle’s
handling characteristics can be seriously affected. You could
have an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.
Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for the proper use of your
“temporary use” spare tire.