If A Tire Goes Flat - Cadillac XT5 2017 Owner's Manual

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manufacturer recommends it for the
vehicle's tire size combination and
road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions. To
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
and readjust or remove the traction
device if it contacts the vehicle. Do
not spin the wheels. If traction
devices are used, install them on the
front tires.
Caution
If the vehicle is equipped with 235/
65R18 size tires, use tire chains only
where legal and only when
necessary. Use low profile chains
that add no more than 12 mm
thickness to the tire tread and inner
sidewall. Use chains that are the
proper size for the tires. Install
them on the tires of the front axle.
Do not use chains on the tires of
the rear axle. Tighten them as
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tightly as possible with the ends
securely fastened. Drive slowly and
follow the chain manufacturer's
instructions. If the chains contact
the vehicle, stop and retighten
them. If the contact continues, slow
down until it stops. Driving too fast
or spinning the wheels with chains
on will damage the vehicle.

IF A TIRE GOES FLAT

It is unusual for a tire to blow out
while driving, especially if the tires are
maintained properly. See Tires 0 276.
If air goes out of a tire, it is much
more likely to leak out slowly. But if
there is ever a blowout, here are a few
tips about what to expect and what
to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates
a drag that pulls the vehicle toward
that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering
wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane
position, and then gently brake to a
stop, well off the road, if possible.
VEHICLE CARE
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve,
acts much like a skid and may require
the same correction as used in a skid.
Stop pressing the accelerator pedal
and steer to straighten the vehicle.
It may be very bumpy and noisy.
Gently brake to a stop, well off the
road, if possible.
Warning
Driving on a flat tire will cause
permanent damage to the tire.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been
driven on while severely
underinflated or flat may cause a
blowout and a serious crash. Never
attempt to re-inflate a tire that has
been driven on while severely
underinflated or flat. Have your
dealer or an authorized tire service
center repair or replace the flat tire
as soon as possible.
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