Changing A Flat Tyre - Ford Ranger 2008 Owner's Manual

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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tyre

Changing a Flat Tyre

NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a flat tyre.
Steering becomes difficult.
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The vehicle begins to vibrate
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excessively.
The vehicle pulls in one direction.
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If you have a flat tyre, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of traffic to change the tyre.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a
busy road is dangerous.
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Form No.F8M1-10-08I
Black plate (172,1)
WARNING
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tyre, and never get under a
vehicle that is supported only by a
jack:
Changing a tyre is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure someone.
Shift the transfer shift lever to a
position except N when the vehicle is
parked (Manual transmission):
Leaving the transfer shift lever in
neutral on a 4×4 vehicle while parked
is dangerous. If the transfer shift lever
is in neutral, all wheels can roll freely.
The vehicle could roll even when the
transmission shift lever is in 1 or R.
This could cause a serious accident.
Never allow anyone inside a vehicle
supported by a jack:
Allowing someone to remain in a
vehicle supported by a jack is
dangerous. The occupant could cause
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury.
NOTE
Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way and firmly set the parking brake.