Vararengas

Vararengas is a spare wheel carried in a vehicle to replace a damaged tire temporarily. It enables continued mobility to a repair facility or safe location. There are two main types: a temporary emergency spare (donut) and a full-size spare that matches the vehicle’s regular tire. Some cars also include a jack and lug wrench in the storage area.

In a puncture or tire failure, stop safely, apply the parking brake, and place wheel chocks as needed. Before lifting, loosen the lug nuts slightly while the wheel is still on the ground. Raise the vehicle at the appropriate jack point, remove the damaged wheel, mount the spare, hand-tighten the lug nuts, lower the car, and finish tightening in a star pattern to the manufacturer’s torque specification. If using a temporary spare, observe the specified speed and distance limits and replace with a standard tire promptly.

Spare tires require regular inspection and inflation checks. Temporary spares are not designed for long distances or high speeds and should be replaced with a proper tire as soon as possible. Do not use a damaged spare or mount a spare on a worn or mismatched wheel.

Storage locations vary by vehicle but common sites include a trunk compartment or under-floor storage. Keep the spare accessible and ensure the tools needed for installation are present. The exact arrangement depends on the vehicle model.