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When using a compact spare tire,
observe the following precautions:
• Under no circumstances should
you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); a
higher speed could damage the
tire.
• Ensure that you drive slowly
enough to avoid all hazards. Any
road hazard, such as a pothole or
debris, could seriously damage the
compact spare.
• Any continuous road use of this tire
could result in tire failure, loss of
vehicle control, and possible per-
sonal injury.
• Do not exceed the vehicle’s maxi-
mum load rating or the load-carry-
ing capacity shown on the sidewall
of the compact spare tire.
• Avoid driving over obstacles. The
compact spare tire diameter is
smaller than the diameter of a con-
ventional tire and reduces the
ground clearance approximately
2.5 cm (1 inch), which could result
in damage to the vehicle.
• Do not take the vehicle through an
automatic car wash while the com-
pact spare tire is installed.
• Do not use tire chains on the tem-
porary compact tire. Because of
the smaller size, a tire chain will not
fit properly. This could damage the
vehicle and result in loss of the
chain.
• Temporary compact tire should not
be installed on the front axle if the
vehicle must be driven in snow or
on ice.
• Do not use the temporary compact
tire on any other vehicle because
this tire has been designed espe-
cially for your vehicle.
• The temporary compact tire tread
life is shorter than a regular tire.
Inspect your temporary compact
tire regularly and replace worn
compact spare tires with the same
size and design, mounted on the
same wheel.
• The temporary compact tire should
not be used on any other wheels,
nor should standard tires, snow
tires, wheel covers or trim rings be
used with the temporary compact
spare wheel. If such use is
attempted, damage to these items
or other car components may
occur.
• Do not use more than one tempo-
rary compact tire at a time.
• Do not tow a trailer while the tem-
porary compact tire is installed.
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