Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 190 / 539

Todos los automóviles, ¿deben llevar una rueda de repuesto y las herramientas necesarias para su cambio?

Must all motor cars carry a spare wheel and the tools needed to change it?

  • ASolo los automóviles de más de 3.500 Kg de MMA.Only motor cars with a MAM of more than 3,500 kg.
  • BSí.Yes.
  • CNo.No.
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Correct answer

  • CNo.No.
Explanation

Not all motor cars have to carry a spare wheel: the rules allow it to be replaced by an emergency wheel or an alternative system, such as a puncture repair kit or tyres that can run without air. What is required is being able to deal with a puncture.

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