1996 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 253

Unless you have the plastic "bolt-on" wheel covers, be sure to also store the nylon nut caps. When you replace the compact sparewith a full-size tire, replace the bolt-on wheel covers orthe nylon nut caps. Tighten them "hand tight" over the wheel nuts, using the folding wrench. When storing the spare tire, be certain to turn the spare so the valve stem is nearthe rear of the vehicle. This will help you to check and maintain tire pressure in the spare. it Push against the tire to be certain is stored firmly. NOTICE: When the compact spare installed, don't take is your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts your vehicle. of Don't use your compact spareon other vehicles. And don't mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won't fit. Keep your spare tire and itswheel together, Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire 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 andmake sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.The compact spareis made to perform well at posted speedlimits 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 assoon as you can. Your spare will last it again. longer and be in good shape in case you need I NOTICE: Tire chains won't fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Don't use tire chains your on compact spare. 5-33