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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■When using the spare tire
●Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp cornering.
■Speed limit when using the spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■When the spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
●ABS & brake assist
●VSC
●TRAC
●VDIM
●Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, it may actually negatively
effect the drive-train components:
●AWD system (if equipped)
Index
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Abbreviation list ..................... 474
Alphabetical index .................. 476
What to do if... ........................ 486
For details of equipment related to the navigation system,
such as the audio system, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner's Manual”.
