1994 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 203

Problems on the Road Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made toperform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it's best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. NOTICE: Don't take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails.That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. I If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow Vhat you don't want to do when your rehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. ?he method known as "rocking'' can help ~OU get out when you're stuck, but you nust use caution. Dlon't use your compact spare on some other vehicle. And don't mix your compact spare or W heel with other wheels or tires. They W on't fit. Keep your spare and its wheel tolgether. NOTICE: Tire chains won't fit your compact spare. Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don't use tire chains on your compact spare. . e . 202