Important - use of compact spare tyre

Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare tyre. This compact spare tyre takes up less space than a regular size tyre. This tyre is smaller than a conventional tyre and designed for temporary use only.

  • Drive carefully when you use the compact spare tyre. Replace it with a proper conventional tyre and rim as soon as possible.

  • Do not operate your vehicle with more than one compact spare tyre in use at the same time.

WARNING

Spare tyre

The compact spare tyre is for emergency use only. Do not operate your vehicle on the compact spare at speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). The original tyre should be repaired or replaced as soon as possible to avoid failure of the spare, possibly leading to bodily injury or death.

CAUTION

You should drive carefully when the compact spare is in use. The compact spare should be replaced by the proper conventional tyre and rim at the first opportunity.

The operation of this vehicle is not recommended with more than one compact spare tyre in use at the same time. Check the inflation pressure after installing the spare tyre.

Adjust it to the specified pressure, as necessary.

The compact spare tyre should be inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi).

NOTE

Check the inflation pressure after you install the spare tyre and adjust it to the specified pressure if necessary.

When using a compact spare tyre, observe the following precautions:

  • Under no circumstances should you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). A higher speed could damage the tyre.

  • Drive slowly enough to avoid all hazards (according to road conditions). Any road hazard, such as a pothole or debris, could seriously damage the compact spare tyre.

  • Continuous use could result in tyre failure, loss of vehicle control, and personal injury.

  • Do not exceed your vehicle’s maximum load rating or the load carrying capacity shown on the sidewall of the compact spare tyre.

  • Avoid driving over obstacles. The compact spare tyre diameter is smaller than the diameter of a conventional tyre and reduces the ground clearance approximately 25 mm (1 inch), which could result in damage to the vehicle.

  • Do not go through an automatic car wash whilst using the compact spare tyre.

  • Do not use the compact spare tyre on any other vehicle. This tyre has been designed specifically for your vehicle.

  • The compact spare tyre’s tread life is shorter than a regular tyre. Inspect your compact spare tyre regularly and replace worn compact spare tyres with the same size and design, mounted on the same wheel.

  • Do not use the compact spare tyre with any other wheels. Similarly, do not use standard tyres, snow tyres, wheel covers, or trim rings with the compact spare wheel. This may result in damage to these items or other vehicle components.

  • Temporary compact tyre should not be installed on the front axle if the vehicle must be driven in snow or on ice.

  • Do not use more than one compact spare tyre at a time.

  • Do not tow a trailer whilst the compact spare tyre is installed.