Instructions - Tesla Model X

Mounting Instructions For Modern Spare Tire Kits
(For Tesla Model X)

*Tire comes prefilled with 60 psi of pressure. When handling take caution not to puncture or damage the tire. It is recommended to periodically check your spare tire pressure to maintain it for safe vehicle use*

**Modern Spare does not assume any liability, express or implied for product use. User assumes all liability and responsibility for product use**

For purchasers of Wheel & Tire Only

First and foremost, THANK YOU for your purchase of our spare tire solution for your vehicle. As fellow car enthusiasts, we have put a great deal of time and energy into delivering a stellar product for your vehicle.

When using or installing the spare tire on your vehicle, please read entire instructions before beginning:

NOTE – When driving your Tesla with the spare tire mounted, set your traction control system to what is referred to as “Slip Start” mode. To engage Slip Start mode on your control panel,TouchControls > Driving > Traction Control > Slip Start. Your control panel will indicate Slip Start modeis engaged. Do not use cruise control or Autopilot when in Slip Start mode.

1. When changing a flat, it is best to do so on stable, level ground away from traffic.

2. Apply parking brake and chock wheels.

3. Consult vehicle owner’s manual for proper lifting/tire changing procedure.

4. Never place yourself or any part of your body under the vehicle while being raised or supported by a jack or lifting device when changing the tire.

5. Please note that the included wheel may be a dual PCD wheel, meaning that the wheel has two seperate bolt patterns, totaling 10 different bolt holes. Please align the 5 bolt holes of the wheel that match up with your vehicle’s bolt pattern.

6. Place the Modern Spare wheel and tire on the vehicle using the OEM lug nuts or lug bolts, unless your spare was shipped with an included set of lugs*.

*PLEASE NOTE – Your spare kit may include a new set of lug nuts or lug bolts packaged with the spare wheel and tire. If your kit includes these lug nuts or bolts, please mount the spare using the included nuts or bolts, as the factory lugs may be too large or of a different type for the spare.

If your spare includes a small plastic ring, when installing the spare, place this ring in the center hole on the backside of the spare. This ring will help align the lug holes and make installing the spare a much easier process.

7. Ensure that the lug/bolts nuts are tight and will not come loose (approximately 100-140 ft lbs, please check vehicle owners manual to confirm exact specs).

8. On most vehicles, when using a spare tire of any kind, you should turn off your traction control system if equipped while driving. Failure to do so may result in vehicle warning lights. Please consult your vehicle owner’s manual for complete instructions on changing traction control modes or deactivating these systems.

9. The tires used on all Modern Spare spare tire kits have a DOT “M” speed rating. The “M” speed rating designates that the tire is capable of traveling at a constant speed of up to 81 mph. Although the tire is built to this specification, many manufacturers recommend that the narrow space-saving tire is not to exceed 50 mph given the narrow size relative to the regular tires on your vehicle. This is good practice and you should always drive with caution when using a spare tire. Please avoid any speed above 50 mph and only as a means to escape heavy and fast-moving freeway traffic.

Please take caution when driving on a spare. Although it is capable of operating for a long distance it is designed to be used on a temporary basis and does not have the same traction or performance capability of a full size OEM wheel & tire. Should you have any questions regarding your spare tire, please contact us via our website or (801) 896-3395.

For purchasers of the Complete Spare Tire Kit Option

In this kit, you will find everything that you need to quickly and efficiently change a flat tire on your vehicle.
To use, please follow the below steps and read the full instructions prior to beginning:

1. When changing a flat, it is best to do so on stable, level ground away from traffic.

2. Apply the parking brake, it is also our recommendation to chock the vehicle’s wheels.

3. Remove the kit contents from your vehicle. If your kit contains a carrying case, please remove the tire and
wheel from the carrying case. Once the tire and wheel are removed, you will find a zipper pocket in the bottom of
the case. Open the pocket to remove the lug wrench, scissor jack, and disposable tire bag.

4. Many vehicles have specific lifting points that must be used to safely lift the vehicle.

Prior to raisingthevehicle it is very strongly recommended that you consult your owner’s manual for safe liftingprocedures. Failure to do so may result in bodily harm, death, or significant damage to the vehicle.

Please consult owner’s manual prior to lifting vehicle for complete lifting instructions and/or specific vehicle
lifting procedures. Please see example below:

Tesla Vehicle Lifting Guide:

*Please note that the below guide is not to be used as complete instructions, but rather as a general guide to bring attention to the specific jacking procedure required for Tesla vehicles. For complete instructions for safe jacking/lifting of your Tesla please consult your owner’s manual. Modern Spare does not assume any liability, express or implied for product use or any
damage, bodily injury, or death sustained in product use to raise or jack vehicle.*

HELPFUL TIP:
The jack is to be used by placing it parallel (length-wise) with the vehicle as shown in this diagram.

REMEMBER – ONLY RAISE VEHICLE AT PROPER JACKING LIFT POINTS

Use the below steps as a reference for lifting your vehicle. Please consult your owner’s manual for
vehicle-specific instructions. Also, please ensure to thoroughly read jacking warnings bellow of
these instructions and your owner’s manual before beginning jacking procedures.

If your vehicle is equipped with Smart Air Suspension, it automatically self-levels, even when power is off. Use the touchscreen to set the suspension as follows:

1. Touch Controls > Suspension.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Very High to maximize the height of the suspension.
3. Touch Jack to disable self-leveling. When Jack mode is active, Tesla vehicles
  display this indicator light on the instrument panel, along with a message telling
  you that active suspension is disabled.

Position lifting jack at the vehicle-specific lifting point closest to the tire to be changed. DO NOT position the lifting jack under the Battery.
Carefully raise the jack ensuring the lift point pads remain in the correct positions.

Note: Jack mode may be unexpectedly enabled in situations where an object is supporting the vehicle’s weight (for example the bumper of the vehicle is resting on a curb.

Warning: If your vehicle is equipped with Smart Air Suspension, it automatically self-levels, even when power is off. You MUST disable this system by engaging Jack mode before lifting or jacking. If you do not disable Smart Air Suspension, your vehicle can attempt to self-level, causing serious damage, bodily injury, or death.

Warning: Never raise your vehicle when the charging cable is connected, even if charging is not in progress.

Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported vehicle. Doing so can cause serious damage, bodily injury, or death.

Warning: Do not place yourself or any part of your body beneath the vehicle while it is being supported by a jack alone. Ensure that the vehicle is supported by appropriate jack stands prior to working beneath vehicle.

Caution: DO NOT lift from under the Battery. Place the lift arm pad under the body rails only. The locations illustrated are a guide showing general lifting points on Teslas. For complete instructions consult your owner’s manual. Lifting at any other points can cause damage. Damage caused by lifting your vehicle is not covered by Modern Spare

Our wheel is a dual PCD (bolt pattern) wheel which gives it the ability to fit multiple makes and models of
vehicles. For Tesla vehicles, use the 5 lug holes that align directly with the spokes of the wheel.

*Please note that jacking points on vehicles may vary depending on your vehicle’s make and model. Please check
the user’s manual if needed. Ensure to align the rubber jack pad of the scissor jack to the jacking point slot on your
vehicle as shown. Failure to do so could place an uneven load on the jack resulting in jack failure.

In addition to these jack placement instructions please ensure that you use the scissor jack on level ground with the vehicle stabilized. Ensure that the vehicle is in park with the parking brake engaged prior to lifting. If at all possible, it is preferable to chock the wheels to further stabilize the vehicle prior to lifting. Use only approved jacking points as found in your owner’s manual with the scissor jack base being placed on level solid ground directly beneath the lifting point of the vehicle. Please also check your vehicle’s owner’s manual for any vehicle-specific instructions prior to lifting. Most importantly, never place yourself or any part of your body under the vehicle while it is raised with the scissor jack. If you have any questions or are unsure about jack placement please directly contact Modern Spare @ (801) 896-3395 or info@modernspare.com

5. Prior to raising the vehicle, it is suggested to loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire that you wish to change. *On some Tesla models, simple plastic lug nut covers may be present. They will need to be removed prior to loosening the lug nuts.* Do not completely remove the lug nuts, only loosen them to where they are still snug. Please align the rubber pad of the scissor jack with the jacking point closest to the tire that you are changing. Please consult the owner’s manual for complete jacking instructions

-Raise vehicle using the ratcheting scissor jack. The ratchet can operate in a clockwise or counterclockwise
direction by using a small switch on the side of the ratchet. Do not place yourself or any part of your
body under the vehicle while being raised or supported by the jack.

6. Visually check the jack to see that vehicle has been securely lifted. Once confirmed, completely remove the lug nuts and flat tire. Place flat tire in included disposable bag.

7. Please note that the included wheel may be a dual PCD wheel, meaning that the wheel has two separate bolt patterns, totaling 10 different bolt holes. Please align the 5 bolt holes of the wheel that match up with your vehicle’s bolt pattern.

8. Place the Modern Spare wheel and tire on the vehicle using the OEM lug nuts.

9. Ensure that the lug/bolts nuts are tight and will not come loose (approximately 100-140 ft lbs, please check vehicle owners manual to confirm exact specs).

10. Lower vehicle using ratcheting scissor jack, place flat tire and kit contents in your vehicle.

11. The tires used on all Modern Spare spare tire kits have a DOT “M” speed rating. The “M” speed rating designates that the tire is capable of traveling at a constant speed of up to 81 mph. Although the tire is built to this specification, many manufacturers recommend that the narrow space-saving tire is not to exceed 50 mph given the narrow size relative to the regular tires on your vehicle. This is good practice and you should always drive with caution when using a spare tire. Please avoid any speed above 50 mph and only as a means to escape heavy and fast-moving freeway traffic.

General Wheel Spacer Instructions

For Model X and Model S Owners Requiring A Spacer For Rear Brake Clearance
(This applies to some kits sold in 2019-2020)

Your Modern Spare Tire Kit came with a wheel spacer. It is used for vehicle models where more clearance is needed over large brake components. If you own a Tesla, this spacer will be used on the rear wheels and will not be needed on the front. All other vehicles that this spacer is used for will be mounted on the front and will not be needed on the rear.

1. Follow included Installation Instructions to safely raise the car preparing for the removal and install of the spare wheel.

2. Once the factory wheel is removed, set your factory lug nut aside (these will not be used) locate the optional wheel spacer similar to the one shown. (Fig 1.1) Once located, please remove the 5 lug nuts from the threaded studs protruding from the spacer and keep them on hand to use with the wheel.

3. With the spacer’s studs facing away from the car’s hub, place the spacer over the car’s studs.

○ Please Note- Please Note- Modern Spare has supplied you with an additional set of lug nuts that are part of the kit. (These will be a different set than those that came on the spacer).

4. Holding the spacer in place, hand tighten the additional lugs into the spacer holes over the vehicle’s studs, securing the spacer to the wheel hub.

WARNING! Hand-tightened lugs are not adequate for vehicle operation.

5. Once hand tight, use the lug wrench to tighten the lugs down in the traditional cross pattern sequence.

○ *Important Note* Important Note* Some cars may require the front hub/brake rotor to be secured stationary in order to properly tighten the lug bolts used to secure the wheel spacer. To do this, have a helper depress the car’s brake pedal to engage the brakes making the front rotor locked in place while tightening the lugs. OR if alone, insert an object (such as a screwdriver) into the cooling veins of the brake rotor and rotating it until the screwdriver is
locked against the brake caliper.

WARNING!

If an object is used to secure the brake rotor, it must be removed before operating the vehicle, or damage or injury is likely to occur.

For Tesla- you will be using this spacer on the rear. When the vehicle is in “park”, the rear parking brake will be applied and there is no need to depress the brakes.

6. Torque the lug bolts to the same specifications as the factory wheel torque settings. This is normally in 100-140 ft pounds. Please refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for exact torque settings.

7. Once sufficiently tight, place the Modern Spare wheel over the studs protruding from the installed spacer. Please refer to the General Instruction sheet to identify which of the two bolt patterns found on the
Modern Spare wheel is used for your car.

8. Once the wheel is in place, use the lug nuts previously found on the spacer and place them on the spacer studs and hand tighten. Use a lug wrench to tighten the lugs onto the studs in the same cross pattern method used on the spacer, making the wheel secure.

It is recommended to first secure the wheel “snug tight” and then to fully tighten the lug nuts once the vehicle is on the ground and no longer supported by the scissor jack.

9. Torque wheel to same specs as found in step 6

10. Continue following included spare tire kit installation instructions.

If you have any questions regarding wheel spacer installation, please send us a message.

I could of went with a cheaper spare Tire. Having the Bar, Jack & Spare in one convenient Carry Case is wonderful.

Great product, nicest spare I have ever owned.

This is the second kit I’ve purchased, perfect for a car that comes without a spare. Kit has everything you need for a roadside fix.

Received my tire in excellent condition. Getting registered and installation instructions downloaded. Will definitely recommend this unit to family and friends!

The product is of superior quality. It came in a timely manner and is all it was as advertised and is actually better than expected!

High quality components. Slim profile does not fill up my small trunk. Worth its weight in gold because I no longer have to buy expensive run flat tires. Helpful customer service.

Product was shipped on time.Tire Fit was perfect. Very happy with the tool kit. Would recommend this product.

Looks good. bought for piece of mind after getting a sidewall split at 1200 miles. fits great in the existing yet, empty wheel well of my Honda.

This is a very well packaged product…especially when purchasing the wheel cover carrying case. Everything fits nicely inside the zippered cover ready for when an emergency arises.

Just received and very impressed by the quality of the spare and its accessories. It fit very nice on the Kia but more importantly it looks like it can be used on other models. Very happy so far.

Extremely satisfied

Awesome product. Fits perfect.

Great product. Comes neatly packaged and fits great in the trunk.

Great product, very quick delivery. I will recommend this to my relatives.

Happy to support American small business! Quality spare and accessories. You won’t go wrong in obtaining spare tire kit if your vehicle did not come with one.

Just received my Modern Spare tire for my 2024 Honda CR-V Sport hybrid. Everything seems high-quality, including the carrying case. Obviously (and thankfully) haven't had an opportunity to use it yet, but it already gives me peace of mind.

Great to have a solid spare to count on in my new Tesla Model 3.

Excellent, the tire is more substantial than I expected but it is still lightweight and it fits easily in my small trunk.

Great product quality. I love the spare tire case.

I was impressed by the overall quality of the total kit. The allow wheel was nicely finished, the quality of the tools were top notch and the carrying case was made of rugged materials.

Mounting Instructions For Modern Spare Tire Kits
(For Tesla Model X)

For purchasers of Wheel & Tire Only

For purchasers of the Complete Spare Tire Kit Option

Tesla Vehicle Lifting Guide:

General Wheel Spacer Instructions

For Model X and Model S Owners Requiring A Spacer For Rear Brake Clearance
(This applies to some kits sold in 2019-2020)

CONTACT US

© 2024 Modern Spare. All Rights Reserved.

Mounting Instructions For Modern Spare Tire Kits (For Tesla Model X)

For purchasers of Wheel & Tire Only

For purchasers of the Complete Spare Tire Kit Option

Tesla Vehicle Lifting Guide:

General Wheel Spacer Instructions

For Model X and Model S Owners Requiring A Spacer For Rear Brake Clearance (This applies to some kits sold in 2019-2020)

CONTACT US

© 2024 Modern Spare. All Rights Reserved.

Mounting Instructions For Modern Spare Tire Kits
(For Tesla Model X)

For Model X and Model S Owners Requiring A Spacer For Rear Brake Clearance
(This applies to some kits sold in 2019-2020)