Removing The Spare Tire And Tools - Chevrolet 2009 Impala Owner's Manual

CAUTION: (Continued)
To be even more certain the vehicle will not move,
you should put blocks at the front and rear of the
tire farthest away from the one being changed.
That would be the tire, on the other side, at the
opposite end of the vehicle.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following
example as a guide to assist you in the placement
of wheel blocks (A).
A. Wheel Block
B. Flat Tire
The following information explains how to use the jack
and change a tire.

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

The equipment you will need is located in the trunk.
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-12.
2. Remove the convenience net if the vehicle has one.
3. Remove the spare tire cover.
4. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Remove the compact spare tire.
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