Compact Spare TireIf your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare tire itwas fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it canlose air after a time. Check the inflation pressureregularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop assoon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctlyinflated. The compact spare is made to perform well atspeeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish your trip andhave the full-size tire repaired or replaced at yourconvenience. Of course, it is best to replace the sparewith a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tirewill last longer and be in good shape in case it is neededagain.Notice: When the compact spare is installed,do not take your vehicle through an automaticcar wash with guide rails. The compact spare canget caught on the rails. That can damage the tireand wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel withother wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep thespare tire and its wheel together.Notice: Tire chains will not fit your compact spare.Using them can damage your vehicle and candamage the chains too. Do not use tire chains onyour compact spare.5-111
