Ford Fusion 2013 Manual page 284

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability (if
applicable).
• Load leveling adjustment (if
applicable).
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent the vehicle from
moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
transmission selector lever is in position P.
To help prevent your vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure to place the transmission
selector lever in position P, set the parking
brake and block (in both directions) the
wheel that is diagonally opposite (other
side and end of the vehicle) to the tire
being changed.
Wheels and Tires
someone else could be seriously injured.
road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
provided as original equipment with your
vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is
adequate for the vehicle weight, including
any vehicle cargo or modifications.
Note: Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
1.
2. Place the transmission selector lever
3. Remove the carpeted wheel cover.
4. Remove the spare tire bolt securing the
5. Remove the spare tire from the spare
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I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
WARNINGS
Never get underneath a vehicle that
is supported only by a jack. If your
vehicle slips off the jack, you or
Do not attempt to change a tire on
the side of the vehicle close to
moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
Always use the jack provided as
original equipment with your vehicle.
If using a jack other than the one
Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.
in position P (automatic transmission)
or position R (manual transmission)
and turn the engine off.
spare tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
tire compartment.