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Tire, Temporary Spare: Notes

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CAUTION: Do not attempt to mount a high-pressure spare tire on a regular wheel. The high-pressure spare tire is only to be mounted on a high-pressure wheel. Limited service skin spare tires are used with standard stamped steel wheels.
NOTE: Extended use of other than matching size spare tires on a Traction-Lok® rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness may be noticeable to the driver as backlash and noise increase with worn clutch plates.

The temporary spare tire is designed to provide a lightweight, easy to use spare tire. It is for emergency use only and has a maximum speed capability of 80 km/h (50 mph).