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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake
gradually to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level and non-slippery surface, and apply the
parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to Park (P).
3. Turn the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
4. Pull the handle on the trunk floor
lid and hook the lid to the edge of
the trunk opening.
5. Take the kit out of the case.
6. Place the kit face up, on flat ground
near the flat tire, and away from
traffic. Do not place the kit on its
side.
Injecting Sealant and Air
1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem.
2. Remove the sealant/air hose from the packaging.
3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire valve stem. Screw it until it is
tight.
4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory power socket.
5. Start the engine. Keep the engine running while injecting sealant and
air.
6. Turn the selector switch to REPAIR.
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the compressor
8. After the air pressure reaches 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa),
turn off the kit.
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9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire valve stem. Reinstall the
valve cap.
11. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to (0 kPa).
12. Apply the repair notification label to the flat surface of the wheel.
Tire sealant contains substances that are harmful and can be fatal if
swallowed. If accidentally swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Drink
plenty of water and get medical attention immediately. For skin or eye
contact, flush with cool water and get medical attention if necessary.
Running the engine with the vehicle in an enclosed or even partly
enclosed area can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can cause unconsciousness and even
death. Only run the engine to power the air compressor with the vehicle
outdoors.
Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out. Take the
jack and wheel nut wrench out of
the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, then
remove the spacer cone. Remove
the spare tire.
4. Keep turning the wheel nut wrench
to crate slack in the cable. Remove
the bracket from the spare tire.
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