Can you put a donut on the back tire?
It is also recommended to only use a donut spare tire (smaller than a regular tire) in the rear of the car, and not on the front. Driving longer distances on a spare in the front can also lead to certain parts of your car being damaged, since the tire is a different size.
When to use a full size spare tire?
A full-size spare can also be installed which can be used indefinitely until you can have your flat tire repaired or replaced, as long as the spare tire has tread remaining. Spare tires are not meant for use above 55 mph, so you should not drive your vehicle at highway speeds while it’s equipped with a spare tire, either compact or full-size.
What to do if you have a run flat tire?
If a run-flat tire loses air pressure, or a conventional flat tire is fixed with sealant/inflator kit, immediately take the car to a quality tire repair facility, such as a AAA Approved Auto Repair shop, as soon as possible for a permanent tire repair.
Can You Drive at 55 mph with a spare tire?
Spare tires are not meant for use above 55 mph, so you should not drive your vehicle at highway speeds while it’s equipped with a spare tire, either compact or full-size. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel locks, a mechanic will need the wheel lock key to remove the flat tire and install your spare tire.
Do you have to have a spare tire in the trunk?
Cars need four tires to operate. Most vehicles come equipped with a spare tire in the trunk, just in case one of your regular tires blows or goes flat. In the event that a tire loses its pressure, you can use the spare tire as an interim tire until you get it replaced.
What to do if you don’t have a spare tire?
If you ever find yourself with a flat and you don’t have a spare, call 1-800-Pep-Boys (737-2697) and our call center will dispatch a premier towing service to your location.
What makes a run flat tire so special?
Run flat tires are unique because they have reinforced sidewalls, which allow you to continue driving on these tires after a puncture so you have time to get to an auto shop or pull off to a safe area to put on your spare.
How big of a spare tire do I Need?
Temporary spares are smaller than the vehicle’s other tires, take up less trunk space, and are light enough for most people to handle when they’re changing a flat. But since they are not quite equal to your regular tires, they are only meant to be driven a short distance, at speeds no faster than 55 mph.
What’s the difference between a spare tire and donuts?
Automakers have shifted to temporary spare tires or “donuts” because they offer the best balance between size and usability. Temporary spares are smaller than the vehicle’s other tires, take up less trunk space, and are light enough for most people to handle when they’re changing a flat.