Compact Spare Tire- Page 250

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A. Retainer

B. Cover

C.

Compact Spare Tire

D. Nut

E.

Jack

F.

Wrench

G. Lock Nut Tool

H. Foam Holder

I.

Extension and
Protector/Guide

J.

Bolt Screw

Compact Spare Tire

Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated 
when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should 
be 60 psi (420 kPa).

After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make sure your
spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is
made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph
(105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km),
so you can finish your trip and have your full

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size tire

repaired or replaced where you want. You must calibrate
the tire inflation monitor system after installing or
removing the compact spare. See “Tire Inflation
Monitor” in the Index. The system may not work
correctly when the compact spare is installed on the
vehicle. Of course, it’s best to replace your spare with a
full

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size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last

longer and be in good shape in case you need it again.