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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake gradually to
reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with the compact spare
tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
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Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface. Apply the parking brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1. Open the cargo area floor lid.
2. Take the tool bag out of the cargo area. Take the
jack handle bar and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool bag.
3. Take the jack out of the spare tire area.
4. Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer
cone. Then remove the spare tire.
5. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear of the
wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs to
be replaced.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the
wheel nut wrench.
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Tool Bag
Spare Tire
Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to
the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown) until
the top of the jack contacts the jacking point.
Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in
the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and
the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone
underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
• Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
• Use the jack provided in your vehicle. Other jacks may not support the weight
("load") or fit the jacking point.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Jack
Bar Handle
Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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