Chevrolet 2006 Malibu Owner's Manual page 364

10. Install the compact spare tire.
CAUTION:
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Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you
do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel
could fall off, causing a serious accident.
11. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end
toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand
or with the wrench until the wheel is held against
the hub.
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12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wrench
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.