2005 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 195

Starting and driving 193 Driving with the compact spare tire WARNING • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The tire can overheat affecting the car's roadholding. • Tire pressure: refer to page 275. • The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut. Observe the following when the compact spare tire is fitted: • The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing a tire. • Do not drive further than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles (approx. 3,500 km). • Refit the standard tire as soon as possible. Important considerations when driving with a compact spare tire: • The car's ground clearance is reduced. • The car must not be driven with more than one compact spare tire at a time. • Avoid driving against the curb. • Do not use snow chains. • Do not fit the wheel cover - this would conceal the warning text. Jump starting WARNING • When working on the battery, highly explosive gas can build up. A spark could ignite this gas that collects around the battery. Therefore, always avoid sparks and open flames in the vicinity of the battery. • The battery contains corrosive sulphuric acid. Always wear a face mask or goggles when working on the battery. • If battery acid gets into the eyes or splashes onto skin or clothing, wash the affected area liberally with water. If acid gets into the eyes or a large quantity makes contact with the skin, seek medical help. NOTICE To avoid damaging a alloy wheel of a punctured tire, this can be temporarily placed outside up in the spare wheel well but only while driving to the closest workshop. As a general rule, all heavy loads must be well secured in the trunk (see page 143).