Temporary Spare Tire- Page 474

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when

they are not being used on the road. It

is recommended that tires generally be

replaced when they are 6 years or

older. Heat caused by hot climates or

frequent high loading conditions can

accelerate the aging process. You

should replace the spare tire when you

replace the other road tires due to the

aging of the spare tire. The period in

which the tire was manufactured (both

week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit

number.

Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-23.

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Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at

least monthly to make sure it is

properly in

fl

ated and stored.

NOTE

The temporary spare tire condition

gradually deteriorates even if it has not

been used.
The temporary spare tire is easier to

handle because of its construction

which is lighter and smaller than a

conventional tire. This tire should be

used only for an emergency and only

for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until

the conventional tire is repaired, which

should be as soon as possible.

Refer to Tires on page 9-10.

CAUTION



Do not use your temporary spare tire

rim with a snow tire or a

conventional tire. Neither will

properly 

fi

t and could damage both

tire and rim.



The temporary spare tire has a tread

life of less than 5,000 km (3,000

miles). The tread life may be shorter

depending on driving conditions.



The temporary spare tire is for

limited use, however, if the tread

wear solid-band indicator appears,

replace the tire with the same type of

temporary spare (page 6-35).

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when

they are not being used on the road. It

is recommended that tires generally be

replaced when they are 6 years or

older. Heat caused by hot climates or

frequent high loading conditions can

accelerate the aging process. You

should replace the spare tire when you

replace the other road tires due to the

aging of the spare tire. The period in

which the tire was manufactured (both

week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit

number.

Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-23.

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