Driving With The Compact Spare Tire; Jump Starting - Saab 2004 9-3 Owner's Manual

Driving with the
compact spare tire
WARNING
• Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The
tire can overheat affecting the car's
roadholding.
• Tire pressure: refer to page 275.
• The spare tire or punctured tire must
be stowed under the trunk floor, and
secured in place with the retaining nut.
Observe the following when the compact
spare tire is fitted:
• The compact spare is light and easy to
handle when changing a tire.
• Do not drive further than necessary with
the compact spare fitted - the maximum
life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles
(approx. 3,500 km).
• Refit the standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
Important considerations when driving with
a compact spare tire:
• The car's ground clearance is reduced.
• The car must not be driven with more than
one compact spare tire 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.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging a alloy wheel of a
punctured tire, 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 137).
Starting and driving

Jump starting

WARNING
• When working on the battery, highly
explosive gas can build up. A spark
could ignite this gas that collects
around the battery. Therefore, always
avoid sparks and open flames in the
vicinity of the battery.
• The battery contains corrosive sulphu-
ric acid. Always wear a face mask or
goggles when working on the battery.
• If battery acid gets into the eyes or
splashes onto skin or clothing, wash
the affected area liberally with water. If
acid gets into the eyes or a large quan-
tity makes contact with the skin, seek
medical help.
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