Limited Use Spare — If
Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for
temporary emergency use only. This tire
is identified by a label located on the
limited use spare wheel. This label
contains the driving limitations for this
spare. This tire may look like the original
equipped tire on the front or rear axle of
your vehicle, but it is not. Installation of
this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Since it is not the same as
your original equipment tire, replace (or
repair) the original equipment tire and
reinstall on the vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Warning!
Limited use spares are for emergency use
only. Installation of this limited use spare
tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire,
do not drive more than the speed listed on
the limited use spare wheel. Keep inflated
to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard
located on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the
rear edge of the driver’s side door. Replace
(or repair) the original equipment tire at the
first opportunity and reinstall it on your
vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss
of vehicle control.
Snow Chains
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country. In certain countries, tires
marked with code M+S (Mud and
Snow) are considered as winter
equipment; therefore their use is
equivalent to that of the snow chains.
The snow chains may be applied only
to the front wheel tires. Check the
tension of the snow chains after the first
few feet have been driven.
Warning!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S,
Snow) between front and rear axles can
cause unpredictable handling. You could
lose control and have a collision.
Caution!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device
clearance between tires and other
suspension components, it is important
that only traction devices in good condition
are used. Broken devices can cause
serious damage. Stop the vehicle
immediately if noise occurs that could
indicate device breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the device before further
use.
Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km).
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns
and large bumps, especially with a loaded
vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on
dry pavement.
Observe the traction device
manufacturer’s instructions on the method
of installation, operating speed, and
conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device
manufacturer’s if it is less than 30 mph
(48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a
compact spare tire.
Caution!
Using snow chains with tires with
non-original dimensions may damage the
vehicle.
Using different size or type (M+S, snow,
etc.) tires between front and rear axle may
adversely affect vehicle driveability, with the
risk of losing control of the vehicle and
resulting accidents.
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Checking Tire Pressure
Proceed as follows:
1. When you check the air pressure,
make sure the tires are cold - meaning
they are not hot from driving even a
mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on
one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the
valve.
4. Add air to achieve recommended air
pressure.
5. If you overfill the tire, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the center
of the valve. Then recheck the pressure
with your tire gauge.
6. Replace the valve cap.
7. Visually inspect the tires to make
sure there are no nails or other objects
embedded that could poke a hole in the
tire and cause an air leak.
8. Check the sidewalls to make sure
there are no gouges, cuts, bulges,
cracks or other irregularities.
Glossary Of Terms
Tire Placard
A label indicating the OE (Original
Equipment) tire sizes, recommended
inflation pressure, and the maximum
weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
A number on the sidewall of each tire
providing information about the tire
brand and manufacturing plant, tire
size, and date of manufacture.
Inflation Pressure
A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
kPa
Kilopascal, the metric unit for air
pressure.
psi
Pounds per square inch, the English
unit for air pressure.B-pillar
The structural member at the side of
the vehicle behind the front door.
Original Equipment (OE)
Describes components originally
equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit
The maximum value of the combination
weight of occupants and cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire
Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire
Area between the bead area and the
tread.
Tread Area of the Tire
Area on the perimeter of the tire that
contacts the road when it's mounted
on the vehicle.
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