Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Fixing or Changing a Tire
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If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake
gradually to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with
the compact spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size
tire repaired or replaced.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire:
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface and set the parking
brake.
2. Shift to Park (P).
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF.
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to
have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for
instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so you can drive to the
nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
n Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
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2. Take the tool case out. Take the
jack and wheel nut wrench out of
the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer cone. Remove the spare
tire.
4. Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to crate slack in the cable. Remove
the bracket from the spare tire.
5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel
side up) under the vehicle body,
near the tire that needs to be
replaced.
6. Loosen each wheel nut about one
turn using the wheel nut wrench.
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