1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 230

NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don't take your vehicle through an automaticcar wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails.That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other partsof your vehicle. Don't use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don't mix your compact spare tire wheel with or other wheels or tires. They won'tfit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don't want do when your vehicle is stuck is to 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. NOTICE: Tire chains won't fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your car andcan damage the chains too. Don't use tire chains on your compact spare. If you let your tires spinat high speed,they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission other partsof the vehicle can or overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fireor other damage. When you're stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don't spin thewheels above35 mph (55 kmh) as shown on the speedometer. 5-39