Full Size Spare is smaller size than other factory tires?

[CraigMN]

Hello,

I’ve read that the “full size” spare, a $115 optional upgrade, is 1-2 widths smaller than the tires on the Maverick.

Has anyone been able to verify this? Should the dealer replace it with a matching tire?

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[donkiboy]

Not only is it narrower but if I'm correct its 17 inch despite the lariat having 18 inch standard wheels.
This may not be an issue on non AWD, but I'm worried about lariat AWD with stock 18's running a 17 inch spare.

 

[Big_T]

Not only is it narrower but if I'm correct its 17 inch despite the lariat having 18 inch standard wheels.
This may not be an issue on non AWD, but I'm worried about lariat AWD with stock 18's running a 17 inch spare.

It is full size meaning not a temporary spare donut. It is not the same size as your other 4 tires.
Further information is in this thread -
Does full size spare have TPMS? | MaverickTruckClub.com - 2022+ Ford Maverick Pickup Forum, News, Info

 

[CraigMN]

It is full size meaning not a temporary spare donut. It is not the same size as your other 4 tires.
Further information is in this thread -
Does full size spare have TPMS? | MaverickTruckClub.com - 2022+ Ford Maverick Pickup Forum, News, Info

If the donut is standard, and an optional “Full Size” spare is an upgrade, then I’m expecting to see a full size spare- not a temporary tire to get me to the tire shop. If that’s the case, I will delete the $115 option and buy a full-size spare at the tire shop.

 

[Criss944]

With the compact spare you are restricted to 45 mph.

 

[CraigMN]

I believe the FX4 has 235/65R17 so it should have the proper size spare.

 

[wyouger]

Thanks. Interesting information. A number of posters wanted the "full size spare" to include in the tire rotation.

 

[JASmith]

From what I read before, its basically a blatant lie as its not fullsize in any way:

 

[CraigMN]

If the optional “full size” spare is 215/60R17, as the yellow sticker shows, then it’s significantly smaller than the 235/65R17 AT in the FX4 package - 1.8” smaller diameter. If the dealer won’t replace it, then I’ll delete it from the order and buy the correct size. It’s too bad that Ford is not being fully transparent.

 

[Brian_J]

If the donut is standard, and an optional “Full Size” spare is an upgrade, then I’m expecting to see a full size spare- not a temporary tire to get me to the tire shop. If that’s the case, I will delete the $115 option and buy a full-size spare at the tire shop.

This was my impression too. I wanted a full sized spare incase I was towing w my awd and got a flat out of state. I wanted to be able to toss the spare on and continue my journey and not have to worry about anything or have the awd not function as stated in the owners manual. I didn’t discover this info till after I had a build date or I would have removed the option from my build. It’s the only thing that has really left me disappointed with my maverick order.

I don’t remember, have we confirmed a real full sized spare fits under the truck ok?

 

[huunvubu]

The Full Size Spare allows you to drive at full speed with it on not at the reduced speed with the donut tire.

Also this is a SPARE so use it for its intended purpose: temporary replace a defective tire until the defective tire is repaired or replaced

The Maverick has Open Differentials so tires rotating at different speeds will not be a problem. I'm not sure but you may have to turn off traction control when driving on the spare.

How It Works: Differentials

https://driving.ca/column/how-it-works/how-it-works-differentials

 

[Big_T]

If the optional “full size” spare is 215/60R17, as the yellow sticker shows, then it’s significantly smaller than the 235/65R17 AT in the FX4 package - 1.8” smaller diameter. If the dealer won’t replace it, then I’ll delete it from the order and buy the correct size. It’s too bad that Ford is not being fully transparent.

I'm sure the dealer would replace it for you at your request and he would then present you with an invoice for a new tire plus installation and balancing.

If you're thinking the dealer would do it for no charge, I'm not sure why you would feel it's the dealers responsibility. But that's for you and your dealer to work out.

From what you're saying here, I believe the best thing for you to do is cancel the $115 "full size" spare and go to the tire shop with your checkbook after you get the truck.

I hope that you DO know that the spare wheel is just a plain steel wheel.

 

[CraigMN]

The Full Size Spare allows you to drive at full speed with it on not at the reduced speed with the donut tire.

Also this is a SPARE so use it for its intended purpose: temporary replace a defective tire until the defective tire is repaired or replaced

The Maverick has Open Differentials so tires rotating at different speeds will not be a problem. I'm not sure but you may have to turn off traction control when driving on the spare.

How It Works: Differentials

https://driving.ca/column/how-it-works/how-it-works-differentials

I ordered a FULL SIZE spare!

 

[CraigMN]

I'm sure the dealer would replace it for you at your request and he would then present you with an invoice for a new tire plus installation and balancing.

If you're thinking the dealer would do it for no charge, I'm not sure why you would feel it's the dealers responsibility. But that's for you and your dealer to work out.

From what you're saying here, I believe the best thing for you to do is cancel the $115 "full size" spare and go to the tire shop with your checkbook after you get the truck.

I hope that you DO know that the spare wheel is just a plain steel wheel.

I did not ask for a lecture... nor do I need to be told what to do. I can read and understand English and I know what I ordered. Thanks

 

[Big_T]

I did not ask for a lecture... nor do I need to be told what to do. I can read and understand English and I know what I ordered. Thanks

Ok, have a good day sir.

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