Run-Flat Tires (CTS-V)If your vehicle has run-flat tires, there is no spare tire andno tire changing equipment. Run-flat tires can operateeffectively with no air pressure for a limited distance andspeed. Your vehicle also has a Tire Pressure Monitor(TPM) which will alert you if there is a loss of tire pressurein any of the tires. These tires perform so well without anyair pressure that a Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) is used toalert you when there is a low tire condition.{CAUTION:When the low tire warning light is displayed onthe instrument panel cluster, your vehicle’shandling capabilities will be reduced duringsevere maneuvers. If you drive too fast, youcould lose control of your vehicle. You orothers could be injured. Don’t drive over55 mph (90 km/h) when the low tire warninglight is displayed. Drive cautiously and checkyour tire pressures as soon as you can.SeeRun-Flat Tires (CTS-V) on page 5-61 andTirePressure Monitor System (CTS-V) on page 5-65,for additional information.{CAUTION:Special tools and procedures are required toservice a run-flat tire. If these special toolsand procedures aren’t used you or otherscould be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged. Always be sure the proper toolsand procedures, as described in the servicemanual, are used.To order a service manual seeService PublicationsOrdering Information on page 7-12.Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.5-76
