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167Starting and driving
Driving with the
compact spare wheel
Observe the following when the compact
spare wheel is fitted:
• The compact spare is light and easy to
handle when changing a wheel.
• Do not drive further than necessary with
the compact spare fitted - the maximum
life of the wheel is only just over
2,000 miles (approx. 3,500 km).
• Refit the standard wheel as soon as
possible.
Important considerations when driving with
a compact spare wheel:
• The car’s ground clearance is reduced.
• The car must not be driven with more than
one compact spare wheel at a time.
• Avoid driving against the curb.
• Do not use snow chains.
• Do not fit the wheel cover - this would
conceal the warning text.
WARNING
• Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The
tire can overheat affecting the car’s
roadholding.
• Tire pressure: refer to page 243.
• The spare wheel or punctured wheel
must be stowed under the trunk floor,
and secured in place with the retaining
nut.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging a punctured alloy
wheel, this can be temporarily placed
outside up in the spare wheel well but
only while driving to the closest work-
shop.
As a general rule, all heavy loads must be
well secured in the trunk (see page 118).