Rover 75 Saloon, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Puncture Repair & Wheel Changing
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INSTANT TYRE REPAIR (ITR)*
ITR provides a temporary solution to enable you to reach a dealer
or tyre specialist, where the tyre must be repaired or replaced.
Have the tyre repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
Always choose a safe place to stop, away from the main
thoroughfare. Always ask your passengers to get out of the car and
wait in a safe area away from other traffic.
NOTE: Switch on the hazard warning lights to alert other road users.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read the directions and warnings on the sealant canister
beforehand and wear the safety goggles supplied when using
the sealant.
The tyre sealant contains fluorocarbons and solvents which are
harmful if swallowed or inhaled and are irritating to the eyes.
•
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting - seek medical
assistance immediately.
•
If inhaled, breathe fresh air. If breathing is adversely
affected, seek immediate medical assistance.
•
If in contact with the eyes, immediately flush the eyes with
water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical
assistance.
•
DO NOT breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray from the
canister. Inhalation of canister vapours may cause
drowsiness and dizziness.
Keep the tyre sealant canister out of the reach of children. Store
the canister in its correct location beneath the loadspace floor;
temperatures in other locations may exceed safe storage conditions.
DO NOT puncture or incinerate the canister, or expose to
heat, flame or direct sunlight - this may cause the canister to
rupture.
Under no circumstances should speeds of 45 km/h be exceeded,
when driving with a tyre repaired using ITR, until the tyre is
inflated to its correct pressure. Once the tyre is correctly inflated, the
car must NOT be driven at speeds exceeding 80 km/h.
Using ITR
1. Inspect the deflated tyre for cause of puncture. If possible,
remove foreign bodies (e.g: screws and nails) from the tread.
NOTE: The system can be used to repair small punctures in the
tread only. In the event of side wall or severe tread damage, seek
assistance from the breakdown services.
2. Remove the tyre sealant canister and the safety goggles from
the rear loadspace and put on the safety goggles.
NOTE: If the ambient temperature is below 0° C, warm the canister
inside the car, using the car heating system.
3. Remove the valve cap from the punctured tyre.
4. Vigorously shake the canister (for approximately 30 seconds),
then screw the filler tube clockwise onto the tyre valve.