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Changing a wheel
Safety measures in the event of a
flat tire or wheel change: stop the
vehicle as far as possible from passing
traffic. Park on a firm, flat, surface.
Switch on the hazard warning flashers.
Turn the steering wheel to the straight-
ahead position, remove the key and
engage the steering lock. Shift into 1st or
reverse (selector lever in "Park" with
automatic transmission) and engage the
parking brake. All passengers should be
outside the vehicle and well away from
your immediate working area (behind a
guardrail, for instance). If a warning
triangle or portable hazard warning lamp
is required, set it up on the roadside at
an appropriate distance from the rear of
the vehicle. Comply with all safety guide-
lines and regulations. Change the wheel
only on a level, firm surface which is not
slippery. Avoid jacking the vehicle up on
a soft or slippery surface (snow, ice, very
smooth surfaces, etc.), since it could
slide sideways. Position the jack on a
firm support surface. Do not place
wooden blocks or similar objects under
the jack. If this is done, the jack might not
be able to reach its full support capacity
because of the limited height. Do not lie
under the vehicle or start the engine
when the vehicle is supported by the
jack. Failure to comply w ith this creates a
risk of fatal injury.
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What you will need
In order to avoid rattling noises later,
note the position of the tools when you
remove them and return them to their
original position when you are through
using them.
> Two wedges (wheel chocks)
Open the liftgate and tailgate.
In the cargo area, fold up the floor
cover or pull-out cargo floor (refer to
page
127 or 128).
Take out the wedges (arrow) next to
the spare wheel.
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> Lug wrench
Is located next to the spare wheel.
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