If A Tyre Goes Flat - Cadillac 2013 ATS Owner's Manual

Drive slowly and follow the cable
manufacturer's instructions. If the
cables contact the vehicle, stop and
retighten them. If the contact
continues, slow down until it stops.
Notice: Do not install traction
devices on the front tyres.
Notice: To help avoid damage to
the vehicle, drive slowly, do not
spin the wheels, and readjust or
remove the device if it contacts
the vehicle.

If a Tyre Goes Flat

It is unusual for a tyre to blow out
while driving, especially if the tyres
are maintained properly. If air goes
out of a tyre, it is much more likely
to leak out slowly. See Tyres on
page 10 35 for additional
information. But if there ever is a
blowout, here are a few tips about
what to expect and what to do:
If a front tyre fails, the flat tyre
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.
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.
The vehicle has no spare tyre, no
tyre changing equipment and no
place to store a tyre.
If the vehicle has run-flat tyres,
there is no need to stop on the side
of the road to change a flat tyre.
See Run-Flat Tyres on page 10 37.
Vehicle Care
WARNING
Special tools and procedures are
required to service a run-flat tyre.
If these special tools and
procedures are not used, injury or
vehicle damage may occur.
Always be sure the proper tools
and procedures, as described in
the service manual, are used.
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