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Re: Spare tires
Posted by dohrmc [Email] (more from dohrmc) on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:56:47
In Reply to: Spare tires, dohrmc, Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:52:59
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Here is what I got back when I emailed Saab Customer Assistance:
Thank you for contacting the SAAB Customer Assistance Center. We appreciate you taking the time to write us in regards to Tire Inflator Kit also known as the TIK.
In regards to your inquiry about why the new Saab 9-5 doesn't have a spare tire, Saab decided to use the TIK in place of a spare tire in some models to free up cargo space, reduce unnecessary weight, and to greatly minimize the inconveniences associated with flat tires. A flat tire can be a frustrating situation at best, and at worst, it can compromise personal safety. Thats why this easy-to-use kit was designed to quickly and effectively repair 80% of all flat tire situations, sealing punctures up to 1/4 of an inch in diameter.
Pertaining to your question of whether the spare is available, the answer is Yes. Although a spare tire is not standard on these vehicles, it is sometimes available as a free flow option.
I would have to recommend that you contact your selling Dealer prior to purchasing your new Saab to determine if this is a viable option. A spare tire kit may be available post purchase through the parts department of the dealership. They have been established by Saab as a comprehensive resource for all information concerning pricing, availability and compatibility.
If you are not working with a dealership yet, you can locate one by visiting our website at http://www.saabusa.com and clicking on Dealer Locator in the toolbar. You may search for your preferred dealer by the dealer name, the city and state or by your zip code.
If you should need to contact us in the future, call our SAAB Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Customer Relationship Specialists are available Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.
Again, thank you for contacting SAAB.
Sincerely,
Posts in this Thread:
- Spare tires, dohrmc, Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:52:59
- big time cold weather issue, brick8, Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:36:19
- Re: Spare tires, dohrmc, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:56:47 <-- Viewing This Message
- Re: Cadillac same deal, Dano in Texas , Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:16:00
- During 30 years I've only experienced one flat tire, AdamB , Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:55:02
- That's nuts..., Craig, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:22:45
- most car go to the crusher w/ an unused spare tire n/m, jimmy, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:34:37
- AWD & same size tires, Bruce, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 06:53:20
- Pay more, get less!, Noel, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:57:01
- run flats?, Wasabi, Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:42:54
- I agree with you, but....., MI-Roger , Tue, 29 Mar 2011 03:52:04
- Re: Spare tires, ursaw, Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:36:06
- It's available as an accessory., B Millar , Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:20:41
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