FORD 2004 Mustang v.3 - Manual (Page 132)

“Temporary Use Only” molded into the tire sidewall.
This spare tire is considered “temporary”. Replace
the T-type/mini-spare with a tire of the same size,
speed rating and load carrying capacity as the other
road tires as soon as possible.
Installing a tire on either or both sides of the driven
axle that is of a different size than the original road
tire is not recommended since this will affect the
accuracy of the speedometer and odometer. If
different size tires must be installed, it is important
that all four be the same size.
If one or more tires of the four are of a
different size, the ABS and traction control
system (if equipped) may not function correctly or
may not function at all. The temporary spare
supplied with the vehicle is the only different size
tire that should ever be installed.
When driving with the T-type/mini-spare tire do not:
• Exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load
rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label
• Tow a trailer
• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with
the T-type/mini spare tire
• Use more than one T-type/mini spare tire at a
time
• Use commercial car washing equipment
• Try to repair the T-type/mini spare tire
Use of a T-type/mini spare tire at any one wheel
location can lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking performance
• Comfort and noise
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs
• Winter weather driving capability
• Wet weather driving capability
2004 04- Mustang (mus)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Roadside Emergencies
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