Cadillac 2008 CTS Automobile User Manual


 
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
(Without Sealant Selector Switch)
Your vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit
that is capable of temporarily sealing a small puncture
up to
1
4
inch (6 mm) in the tread. There is no jack
or spare tire. The kit inflates the tire with liquid sealant
and air. The tire sealant and compressor kit can
also be used to inflate an underinflated tire. After the
tire is inflated to the recommended inflation pressure,
see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-67 for more
information, the vehicle must be driven for five miles to
distribute the sealant in the tire and seal the puncture.
After driving five miles the tire pressure must be
rechecked and adjusted as needed. See “Using the
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit” later in this section.
Be sure to read and follow all of the tire sealant and
compressor kit instructions. The kit includes:
A. Air Compressor
B. Tire Sealant Canister
C. Air Compressor
Accessory Plug
D. On/Off Switch
E. Air Pressure Gage
F. Air Only Hose
G. Sealant/Air Hose
After temporarily sealing and inflating the with the tire
sealant and compressor kit, it is recommended to take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer/retailer as soon as
possible for tire repair or replacement. If the sealant is
removed within 100 miles (161 kilometers) of driving,
then it is easier to clean from the tire and you are less
likely to require a replacement tire.
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