Vauxhall Ampera 2014 User Manual page 172

The tyre repair kit is located under a
cover in the load compartment.
Note
The driving characteristics of the
repaired tyre is severely affected,
therefore have this tyre replaced.
If unusual noise is heard or the
compressor becomes hot, turn
compressor off for at least 30
minutes.
The built-in safety valve opens at a
pressure of 7 bar.
Note the expiry date of the kit. After
this date its sealing capability is no
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to
storage information on sealant
bottle.
Replace the used sealant bottle.
Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
by applicable laws.
The compressor and sealant can be
used from approx. -30 °C.
Using the tyre repair kit
The tyre repair kit has two hoses. The
clear sealant/air hose is intended to
temporarily seal and inflate a
punctured tyre, the black air only hose
is intended to inflate a not punctured
tyre without sealant.
Closely follow the directions for
correct usage:
1. Take the tyre repair kit from the
compartment.
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2. Sealant and air hose: Unwrap the
clear sealant/air hose and the
power plug.
Air only hose: Unwrap the black
air only hose and the power plug.
3. Place the kit on the ground.
Make sure the tyre valve stem is
positioned close to the ground, so
the hose will reach it.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from
the flat tyre by turning it
counterclockwise.
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