For emergencies
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3. Open the lower gate.
Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate: To open” on page 3-60.
4. With the wheel nut wrench, firmly tighten the tire hanger
mounting bolt by turning it clockwise.
5. Install the cover over the tire hanger mounting bolt.
To change a tire
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1. On vehicles with wheel covers, first remove the covers
(refer to “Wheel covers” on page 6-23). Then, loosen the
wheel nuts with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the
wheel nuts yet.
CAUTION
!
● Confirm that the tire hanger is firmly secured after
storing the spare tire. If the tire hanger is not
secured, it could drop out while driving, causing an
accident.
● When hooking or unhooking the tire hanger, be sure
to hold the tire hanger firmly to prevent it from
dropping on your foot.
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