Changing A Flat Tire - Honda 1997 Accord Wagon Owner's Manual

Changing a Flat Tire

If you have a flat tire while
driving, stop in a safe place to
change it. Stopping in traffic or on
the shoulder of a busy road is
dangerous. Drive slowly along the
shoulder until you get to an exit
or an area to stop that is far away
from the traffic lanes.
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by
the jack.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level
ground away from traffic.
Turn on the hazard warning
Taking Care of the Unexpected
lights, and turn the ignition
to LOCK (0).
2. Put the transmission in Park
(automatic) or Reverse
(5-speed). Set the parking
brake. Have all of the
passengers get out of the car
while you change the tire.
3. Open the tailgate. Raise the
cargo area floor by lifting up
on the back edge. Attach the
hook to the roof line.
4. Take the tool kit out of
the cargo area.
5. Unscrew the wing bolt,
then take the spare tire out
of its well.
6. Turn the end bracket on the
jack counterclockwise to
loosen it, and then remove
the jack.