NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage.
To
avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Storing
the Flat
Tire
and
Tools
Storing
a
jack,
a
tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of
the vehicle could
cause injury. In
a
sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle,
you’ll need
to
store the flat tire in your trunk. Use the
following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
When storing
a
full-size tire you must use the extension
to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use extension and
protector/guide located
in
foam holder.
To
store a
full
size tire, place tire valve stem facing down,
with the protectodguide through a wheel bolt hole, then
remove protector and attach retainer securely. When
reinstalling compact spare put
the
protector/guide back
in
foam holder. Store the cover
as
far forward as possible.
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