1997 Lincoln Town Car Owner's Manual - Page 195

When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT: The Conventional Spare Tire If you have the conventional spare tire, you can use it as a spare or as a regular tire. This spare tire is identical to the other tires that come with your vehicle, although the wheel may not match. u exceed 50 mph (80 circumstances. km/h) under any u load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal. tow a trailer. Spare Tire Location The spare tire is stored under the carpet on the floor of the trunk. You will find additional instructions for the spare tire on the warning label located on the wheel and the jacking instructions located on the spare tire cover. u u use tire chains on this tire. u try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel. u use the wheel for any other type of vehicle. u drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire, it reduces the ground clearance. Your vehicle may get caught in the rails and it could be damaged. 193