Storing The Flat Tire And Tools - Buick 2000 Century Owner's Manual

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools

CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
After you've put the compact tire on your vehicle, you'll
put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you'll need
to store the flat tire in your trunk. Use the following
procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
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When storing a full size tire you must use the extension
with the protector/guide to help avoid wheel surface
damage. Use the extension and protector/guide located
in the foam holder. To store a full
tire valve stem facing down, and then remove the
protector/guide and attach the retainer securely.
Store the cover as far forward as possible.
5-30
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size tire, place the
When reinstalling a compact spare tire, put the
protector/guide back in the foam holder.