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187Starting and driving
Driving considerations
with compact spare
wheel/tire fitted
The following should be observed when the
compact spare wheel (T115/70 R16) is
fitted:
• The compact spare is light and easy to
handle when changing the wheel.
• Do not drive further than necessary with
the compact spare fitted – the maximum
life of the wheel is only just over
2000 miles (3,500 km).
• Refit the standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
Important considerations when driving with
a compact spare tire:
• The car’s ground clearance is reduced.
• The car must not be driven with more than
one compact tire at a time.
• Avoid driving against a curb.
• Do not use snow chains.
• Do not fit the wheel cover - this would con-
ceal the warning text.
WARNING
• Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) as
the tire can overheat and adversely
affect the handling of the car.
• Tire pressure: refer to page 279.
• The spare wheel or punctured tire
must be stowed under the trunk floor,
and secured in place with the retaining
nut.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging a punctured alloy
wheel it can be placed outside up in the
spare-wheel well but only while driving to
the closest workshop.
A general rule is that all heavy loads must
be well secured in the luggage compart-
ment, see page 137 and 140.
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