SAFETY FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT
To remove the spare, untighten the pressure
screw holding the tire in place, then press down
on the spring loaded locking pin located at the
top of the retaining bracket and remove the
bracket. Using the strap, pull the spare out of
the compartment (refer to the following
illustrations). Rollers ease manipulation.
Remove the protective cover. Install the flat in
place of the spare by reversing the procedure.
Do not forget to have the flat repaired as soon
as possible.
REMOVING SPARE WHEEL AND TIRE 13022
1. Loosen the wheel nuts about one turn;
2. Raise the vehicle by the closest jacking
point (See Jacking Points in this chapter);
3. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the
wheel;
4. Mount the spare wheel over the studs, being
careful not to damage the stud threads;
5. Screw in the wheel nuts according to the
sequence shown in the following figure and
tighten slightly more and repeat the
sequence a few times to position the wheel
correctly. Once tightening induces wheel
spin, lower the coach for final tightening;
6. Tighten the nuts progressively in the
sequence shown. Final tightening should be
done using a torque wrench. Dry tightening
torque is 450 – 500 lbf-ft (610 – 680 Nm) for
steel as well as for aluminum wheels.
TIGHTENING SEQUENCE 13018
Note: The jack and tools is located in the
rearmost driver’s side baggage bay.
Note: Periodically check the spare’s inflation
pressure. Tire pressure should be the maximum
pressure specified in the chart.
Note: Periodically check that the spare is
securely fastened in it’s compartment.
Caution: Before driving, be sure the flat tire,
track, jack and tools are securely reinstalled in
their respective compartments.
Caution: Check that the bumper is securely
closed shut before driving.
EMERGENCY AIR-FILL VALVES
The vehicle is equipped with two air system
emergency fill valves to supplement the air
system when air pressure is low and the engine
cannot be operated. One valve is located inside
the front service compartment. The other valve
is located inside the engine compartment.
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