Inventory what is actually in the vehicle
Check the designated storage areas against the applicable equipment list and the sale agreement. Record any repair kit, compressor, tools or other supplied items without assuming a universal package. Look for missing components, obvious damage and relevant expiry information on consumables. The version record helps resolve market differences, but the physical inventory still matters on a used car. Do not accept an empty storage recess as evidence that a spare was never intended. Ask the seller to distinguish original equipment from later additions and state what will be delivered.
Understand the limits of a repair kit
Use the kit and vehicle instructions to determine the situations in which temporary repair is permitted and when professional assistance is required. A kit is not a universal remedy for every tyre injury. Do not remove an object, add sealant or continue driving merely because a compressor is available. The nature of the damage and the applicable instructions govern the decision. If the supplied kit is incomplete, expired or unfamiliar, resolve that before travel. Keep instructions accessible to the driver rather than relying on a demonstration performed once by the seller.
Confirm tyre identification and local availability
Record the fitted tyre size and relevant specification from the vehicle and tyre markings, then have a qualified supplier confirm suitable replacements. Use the tyre and wheel assessment for matching and condition questions. Ask about local availability and realistic lead times, particularly where the chosen specification is uncommon. Do not buy an arbitrary smaller wheel because it fits into the boot. Wheel compatibility, load suitability and vehicle instructions need professional confirmation. A roadside plan should not introduce an unverified replacement arrangement that creates a second problem.
Choose assistance that supports the vehicle
Ask the assistance provider whether it covers the exact vehicle, operating area and likely journey routes. Confirm how to identify the car, request suitable recovery and communicate that it is an EV. Recovery methods must follow the vehicle's applicable instructions; do not assume a conventional towing arrangement is suitable. Keep the provider contact and relevant vehicle information available without depending entirely on a phone with a depleted battery. The transport guide addresses planned movement, while emergency recovery needs its own practical arrangements and qualified operator.
Plan a safe response rather than a roadside experiment
If a tyre problem occurs, prioritise a safe stopping location and follow local road-safety and emergency guidance. Do not inspect or repair a wheel in an exposed traffic position. Use professional assistance where the location or damage makes self-help unsuitable. Avoid placing yourself under the vehicle or using unverified lifting points and equipment. The ownership plan should identify who to call and what information to provide, not encourage improvised mechanical work. A driver who has never used the supplied equipment should learn its documented limitations in advance, in a safe setting.
Account for passengers, luggage and communication
A family journey needs a plan for people as well as the car. Consider mobile coverage, accessible assistance and how passengers will wait safely if recovery is delayed. Keep essential contact information and necessary personal items reachable without emptying heavy luggage onto a roadside. The cargo planning guide can help preserve access to supplied emergency equipment. Do not bury a kit or required documents beneath a load that cannot be moved safely. These small practical choices can matter more during a disruption than the appearance of a neatly packed boot at departure.
Close the incident with proper inspection
After any temporary measure or recovery, have a qualified tyre professional assess the tyre and related concerns under the applicable instructions. Tell the workshop what equipment or sealant was used. Replenish or replace consumed items as required and retain the repair record. At the first local service, establish the roadside equipment baseline if it was not documented before export. Review assistance when routes or ownership change. The objective is a supported path from a problem to a proper repair, not a claim that one small kit removes the need for professional help.
Buyer checklist
- Inspect the delivered kit, tools and consumable dates.
- Read limitations before an emergency.
- Confirm suitable local tyre and EV recovery support.
- Keep equipment and assistance details accessible.
Questions and answers
Does every Sealion 7 include a spare wheel?
Do not assume a universal equipment package. Check the selected market version, physical inventory and sale agreement before planning around a spare or repair kit.
Can a repair kit handle any puncture?
No. Follow the applicable kit and vehicle limitations and obtain professional assistance when the damage or location makes temporary repair unsuitable.
Reference information
Use the applicable market and year documentation for equipment and operating limits. The references have their own market and publication scope; they do not establish the condition, fitted equipment or destination approval of an individual vehicle.
Continue with the tyre and wheel guide, or send your vehicle requirements.