1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 186

Problems on the Road Z a Tire Goes Flat f It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly.If air goes out of a tire, it's much more likely to leak out slowly. But ifyou should ever have a "blowout," here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pullsthe vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, then gently braketo a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you'd use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. Itmay be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently braketo a stop, well off the road if possible. If your tire goes flat, the next section shows how to use yourjacking equipment to changea flat tire safely. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly toa level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. I84