The spare wheel is only designed for temporary use. You should replace the spare wheel with an ordinary wheel as soon as possible.
Warning
Before driving with a spare wheel
- Only use a spare wheel that your car is approved for.
- Never drive your car with more than one spare wheel fitted.
- Snow chains cannot be used if the spare wheel is fitted on the front axle.
- The spare wheel should never be repaired.
- On all-wheel drive cars, the drive on the rear axle can be disengaged.
- Make sure to follow the spare wheel manufacturer’s recommendations regarding tyre pressure.
Driving with a spare wheel
- Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph) when a spare wheel is fitted to your car.
- Your car's driving characteristics may be affected by using a spare wheel. It is important to replace the spare wheel with an original wheel as soon as possible.
Note
While a spare wheel is used, the tyre pressure monitoring system might not work correctly.