Lincoln 2013 MKZ Owner's Manual page 326

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11. Remove the lug nuts with the lug
wrench.
12. Replace the flat tire with the
spare tire, making sure the valve
stem is facing outward. Reinstall
the lug nuts until the wheel is
snug against the hub. Do not fully
tighten the lug nuts until the
wheel has been lowered.
13. Lower the wheel by turning the
jack handle counterclockwise.
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14. Remove the jack and fully tighten
the lug nuts in the order shown.
See Technical Specifications
(page 324).
Stowing the flat tire
The full-size road wheel can be
stowed in the spare tire compartment.
1. Lift the carpeted wheel cover at an
angle to access the spare tire
compartment.
2. Place the wheel in the spare tire
well with the valve stem facing
down to allow the mini-spare bolt
to secure the wheel.
3. Place the jack and foam block
back into the spare tire
compartment.
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