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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
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 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.
When storing a full-size tire you must use the extension
to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use extension and
protector/guide located in foam holder. To store a
full-size tire, place tire valve stem facing down then
remove protectivelguide and attach retainer securely.
When reinstalling compact spare put protective/guide
back in foam holder. Store the cover as far forward
as possible.
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