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4.2.4. Sheena, not afraid of punctures (tire "RunFlat")

Some ranks of models can be equipped as an option with properties of the emergency course ("Run-Flat-Tyres"). Thanks to the strengthened sidewalls they do possible not limited continuation of the movement in case of accident. Tires with properties of the emergency course are not inferior in anything to ordinary tires on their dynamic properties in the movement. In the lowered state controllability and road performance change, the brake way is extended.
Conditions for application of Run-Flat-Tyres are:
– electronic program of stability (ESP);
– system of observation of loss of pressure in tires (DDS);
– system of indication of pressure in tires (TPMS).
As thanks to design features and comfort at the movement the tire puncture at defined circumstances could remain unnoticed.
At flat tires the further run with a speed of max. 80 miles/h on distance to 80 km is possible. Tires with emergency properties, depending on the manufacturer of tires, can be recognized by the designation ROF or SSR on a tire sidewall. They are possible only in a combination with the light-alloy rims allowed Opel, this rule works the same for winter tires.

NOTE
In the conditions of maintenance installation of such tires is possible by means of the devices which are available on sale for installation of tires.

NOTE
In cars with the Z17DTH engine are used ободья with 5 openings, and models with all other engines are equipped obodyam with 4 openings.

NOTE
The Combo CNG model instead of an emergency wheel is equipped with system of inflating of tires.

NOTE
In cars with the Z17DTH engine are used ободья with 5 openings, and models with all other engines are equipped obodyam with 4 openings.