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8. Air Only Hose
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling
instructions on the label adhered to the tire
sealant canister (3).
Check the tire sealant expiration date on the
tire sealant canister. The tire sealant
canister (3) should be replaced before its
expiration date. Replacement tire sealant
canisters are available at your local dealer.
There is only enough sealant to seal one
tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister
must be replaced.
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant and compressor
kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit
in a heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire faster.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and
wheel damage by driving slowly to a level
place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 128.
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 334 for other
important safety warnings.
Do not remove any objects that have
penetrated the tire.
1. Remove the tire sealant canister (3) and
compressor from its storage location. See
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit 0 341.
2. Remove the air only hose (8) and the
power plug (7) from the compressor.
3. Place the compressor on the ground near
the flat tire.
Vehicle Care
4. Remove the cap from the sealant
canister inlet valve (1) by turning it
counterclockwise. Attach the air only
hose (8) to the sealant canister inlet
valve (1) by turning it clockwise until
tight.
5. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat
tire by turning it counterclockwise.
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