2005 Dodge Stratus Owner Manual Coupe - Page 268

268 EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Avoid rapid starting and braking with a compact spare tire. • Avoid driving through automatic vehicle washes and over obstacles that could possibly damage the vehicle's under-carriage. Because the tire is smaller than the original tire, vehicle ground clearance is slightly reduced. • As the compact spare tire is specifically designed for your vehicle, it should not be used on any other vehicle. • The compact spare tire should not be used on any other wheels, nor should standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings be used with the compact spare wheel. If such use is attempted, damage to these items or other vehicle components may occur. • Do not use snow chains with your compact spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, a snow chain will not fit properly. This could cause damage to the vehicle and could result in loss of the chains. • The compact spare tire pressure should be checked once a month while the tire is stowed. WHEEL COVERS (IF SO EQUIPPED) To remove N23B0630 Wrap the tip of the bar with a cloth, insert it deeply into the notch provided in the wheel cover, and pry the cover away from the wheel. Using the same procedure on the other side, work the wheel cover away from the wheel to remove it completely.