Compact Spare Tire - Honda ACCORD CROSSTOUR 2010 Technology Reference Manual

COMPACT SPARE TIRE

Removing the Spare Tire
1. Open the tailgate. Raise the
removable tray and flip it over so the
carpeted side faces you.
2. Remove the hook, and hook it to the
cargo side panel to hold the tray in
place. Remove the utility box to access
the wheel nut wrench in the tool kit.
3. Remove the plastic cover on the cargo
area lining using your key to access the
bolt for the spare tire holder.
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4. Attach the short end of the wheel
nut wrench to the spare tire holder
bolt. Turn the wrench
counterclockwise until the bolt
loosens.
5. Attach the long end of the wrench,
and turn it approximately 70 times
until you feel resistance and can see
the spare tire under the vehicle.
NOTE: Turning the wrench any
further may cause damage.
6. Unhook the spare tire holder, and
remove the spare tire.
The compact spare tire is a temporary replacement located underneath the rear cargo
area. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced by your dealer as quickly as possible.
7. Place the spare tire holder back on
the hook.
NOTE: Do not place the flat tire in
the spare tire holder. This can damage
the holder.
8. Turn the wrench clockwise to
retighten the bolt and raise the holder
back into place.
NOTE: If the holder is not raised, it
will be damaged during driving.
Storing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the plastic bag from the
tool kit case, and place the flat tire
inside. Knot the top of the bag to
secure the tire.
2. Puncture the bag, and pass the
holding belt through and around
one of the tire spokes.
3. Place the flat tire in the cargo
area. Thread the belt through
the cargo hook. Pass the belt
through the ring, and tighten the
belt to secure the flat tire in
place.
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