Pontiac 2001 Aztek Owner's Manual page 320

NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Don't try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare
tire. It won't fit. Store the wheel cover securely in
the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire
repaired or replaced.
NOTICE:
Wheel covers won't fit on your compact spare.
If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
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Storing a Flat or Spare 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.
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
1. Lay the compact spare tire on the ground at the rear of
the vehicle. Position the compact spare tire so the valve
stem is pointed down facing the rear of the vehicle.
2. Lower the cable to the ground. See "Removing the
Spare Tire without the Sliding Rear
Convenience/Cargo Tray" or "Removing the Spare
Tire with the Sliding Rear Convenience/Cargo Tray"
in the Index.