Volvo 240 1991 Owner's Manual page 141

Volvo 1991 240 Model
Winter Season
Radial snow tires, installed on all four wheels, are recommended for winter driving Use tires that are
comparable in size and type to the original equipment installed by the factory.
Mixing tires of different size, brand, or design could negatively affect tire road grip, especially when
slippery road conditions exist.
Note: Overall diameter of tire and wheel combination will affect speedometer accuracy and fuel
economy.
Tire chains can be used on the rear wheels if the chains do not project too far from the tire and chafe
against the brake caliper or other components.
Strap-on emergency chains must not be used since the space between the brake caliper and the wheel
rim is inadequate.
Special Spare
The spare wheel for your car is referred to as a "Special Spare". This name is embossed on the tire.
Wheel rime size is 5 X 15".
Recommended tire pressures (see decal) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car
the Special Spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire a new one can be purchased from your Volvo dealer.
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of this tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured
tire. In other words, it must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire.
Roadholding, etc., might be affected with the "Special Spare" in use. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
WARNING!
Special wheel rims
Only special wheel rims, tested and approved by Volvo, are suitable for use with the factory-installed
air dam. Any other wheel rims may not permit sufficient air circulation for brake cooling.
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