■ Using the jack
Improper use of the jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the
vehicle suddenly falling off the jack.
● Do not use the jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.
● Only use the jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
● Always check that the jack is securely set to the jack point.
● Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
● Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
● When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to
replace the tire.
● Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take part i c u l a r ca r e when l o w e r i ng th e vehicle t o ensur e tha t n o on e
working on or near the vehicle will be injured.
■ Using the jack handle
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click to prevent the
extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.
■ Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious
injury.
● Retighten the wheel nuts within 100 miles (160 km) of driving. Other-
wise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could
cause a serious accident.
● Lower the spare tire completely to the ground before removing it from
under the vehicle.
● Do not try to remove the wheel ornament by hand. Take due care in
handling the ornament to avoid unexpected personal injury.
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