Toyota 1998 Celica Owner's Manual page 139

Compact spare tire
The compact spare tire is designed for
temporary emergency use only.
The compact spare tire is identified by the
distinctive wheel design and color and
special wording "TEMPORARY USE ONLY"
molded into the side wall of the tire.
The standard tire should be repaired and
replaced as soon as possible.
To keep the compact spare tire noticeable,
do not hide the wheel by a wheel cover
or such.
The compact spare tire saves space in
your trunk or luggage compartment, and
its lighter weight helps to improve fuel
economy and permits easier installation in
case of a flat tire.
The compact spare tire can be used many
times, if necessary. It has tread life of up
to 4800 km (3000 miles) depending on
road conditions and your driving habits.
When tread wear indicators appear on the
tire, replace the tire.
See also the tire section in Chapter 7−2
for details on the tread wear indicators
and other service information.
CAUTION
D
The compact spare tire was de-
signed especially for your Toyota.
Do not use it on any other vehicle.
D
Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
when driving with the compact
spare tire.
D
Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden
deceleration and sharp turns with
the compact spare tire.
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CELICA
NOTICE
Your ground clearance is
when the compact spare
installed so avoid driving over ob-
stacles and drive slowly on rough,
unpaved roads and speed
Also, do not attempt to go through an
automatic car wash as the vehicle
may get caught, resulting in damage.
reduced
tire is
bumps.
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