Mahindra XUV500 2012 - Changing a Flat Tire

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EMERGENCIES
NOTICE
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must maintain the required coolant level and use only
recommended engine coolant.
Flat Tire
In case of a flat tyre during driving, 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.
WARNING
!
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 tyre 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.
WARNING
!
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 or killed 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 tyre and damage the rim than it is to risk being hit by
oncoming traffic.
After changing a flat tire, never store the tyre 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;