Punctured Tire - Buick Enclave 2008 Owner's Manual

Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a

Punctured Tire

Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
A. Selector Switch
B. On/Off Button
C. Air Pressure Gage
D. Tire Sealant
Canister
1. Do a safety check. See If a Tire Goes Flat on
page 5-70.
2. Inspect the punctured tire.
E. Air Compressor
Accessory Plug
F. Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
G. Air Only Hose
The sealant can temporarily seal a puncture up to
6 mm in the tread area of the tire. The sealant
cannot seal sidewall damage, large punctures, or a
tire that has become unseated from the wheel.
See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-8.
Do not remove any objects that have penetrated
the tire.
3. Place the tire sealant and compressor kit on the
ground and unwrap the sealant/air hose (F) from
the side of the compressor.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by
turning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valve
stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight.
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