How many kilometers can a non-full-size spare tire be used?
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Non-full-size spare tires usually have speed limit markings and can only be installed on non-driving wheels. When driving on highways, do not exceed 80 kilometers per hour, and on urban roads, keep it under 60 kilometers per hour. The driving distance should not exceed 100 kilometers. Here is relevant information about non-full-size spare tires: 1. When driving on highways, it is best to stay in the rightmost lane and you can turn on the hazard warning lights. 2. A non-full-size spare tire is a spare tire that is slightly smaller in diameter and narrower in width compared to the regular tires. Whether it is a full-size or non-full-size spare tire, it is only for emergency use. The speed rating and load index of the spare tire are different from the vehicle's four regular tires, so it cannot be used as a replacement. The spare tire is only for temporary use.
I remember the first time I used a compact spare tire was during a highway blowout. This type of tire is strictly for emergency use only. The manufacturer's manual states it can be driven for a maximum of 80 kilometers, but I felt noticeably unstable after just 60 kilometers to the repair shop. The spare tire is much narrower than the original, causing severe body roll during sharp turns and increased skidding in rainy conditions. Some vehicles, like Japanese SUVs, have spare tires with tread widths as narrow as 145mm, offering nowhere near the grip of the original 205mm tires. My advice is to slow down immediately when the tire pressure warning light comes on and never exceed the manufacturer's specified distance. Spare tires stored in the trunk for too long can age and deform—even unused tires that haven't touched the ground should be replaced after five years.
