• You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes
with two needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of
the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items. However, use
only the Air Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Air
Mode when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The Tire Service
Kit Sealant is only intended to seal punctures less than 1/4 inch (6 mm) diameter in
the tread of your tire.
• Do not lift or carry the Tire Service Kit by the hoses.
WARNING!
• Do not a ttempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service
Kit.
• Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances:
• If t he puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.
• If t he tire has any sidewall damage.
• If t he tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
• If t he tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.
• If t he wheel has any damage.
• If you are unsure of the condition of t he tire or the wheel.
• Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source.
• A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger
the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place pro-
vided. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or
fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
• Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit to come in contact with
hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush im-
mediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing.
• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In case of an allergic reaction or
rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach of chil-
dren. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty
of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position t hat is
near to the ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the
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