2001 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 250

Don't use your spare tire on other vehicles. And don't mix your spare tire with other wheels or tires. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don't want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as "rocking" can help you get out when you're stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: Don't use tire chains on your spare tire. Using tire chains on your spare tire can reduce your handling and braking capabilities. You or others could be injured. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you're stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don't spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. 5-29