2.6 Flat Tire
Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from
traffic. Park on a level spot with firm ground. Stop the engine and turn ON your hazard warning flashers.
Firmly apply the parking brake. Have everyone come out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic..
Never stop your vehicle in a traffic lane to change a tire. You could be hit by an oncoming vehicle. Keep driving until
you reach a safe location.
Lifting a vehicle to change a tire or perform maintenance is very dangerous if you do not have the requisite tools,
safety equipment and training. The jack provided along with the vehicle is to be used only for changing a spare tire. It
is never to be used to perform any other maintenance or repair on the vehicle.
Never place any part of your body under any portion of the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack. You could
be crushed by the vehicle if it falls off a jack. Keep by-standers away from the vehicle.
Find level, solid ground that is clear of oncoming traffic. If you cannot find a safe place to stop, it is better to drive on
a flat tire and damage the rim than it is to risk being hit by oncoming traffic.
After changing a flat tire, never store the tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. This
loose equipment could strike an occupant in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Store all of these items in the
proper place.
The following sections outline the procedure for changing a flat tire;
2.6.1 Jack/Wheel Spanner/Warning Triangle
The jack along with the wheel spanner and other tools are located on the floor between the third row seats near to
the back door as shown in figure. Rotate the two securing knobs and lift the lid to access the jack. The jack extension
and warning triangle are placed beneath the front passenger seat. Slide the seat backwards, pull open the velcro
and access the warning triangle or jack handle.
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