Tire Changing; Recovery Towing - Winnebago 2004 Itasca Sunstar Owner's Manual

SECTION 3
IN CASE OF DRIVING EMERGENCY
NOTE: The spare tire is a size 195/65R16C like
the front tires. The spare tire may be used
on a rear position if inflated to 65 psi.
However, you should re-install a size
215/65R16C on the rear position as soon
as possible.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
PROCEDURE
Follow the chassis manufacturer's recom-
mendations for jacking and tire changing. These
instructions are found in the Volkswagen
Owner's Manual in your Owner InfoCase.
A jack is designed for use as a tool for
changing tires only, not for use as a leveling
device or as a support for service purposes.
Wheel Mounting Bolts (Lug Bolts)
The mounting bolts for the standard steel
wheels and optional aluminum wheels are
designed specifically to the type of wheel. See
photo below.
• The 1-piece bolt for aluminum wheels has a
bright plated finish and is 71 mm (about
2 3/4") long.
• The 2-piece bolt for steel wheels has a rotat-
ing "ball" washer, dull grey finish and is 61.6
mm (about 2 3/8") long.
Be sure to use the proper bolt for the wheel
you are mounting.
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WARNING
If mounting a steel wheel in place of
an aluminum wheel for any reason,
you must use the shorter steel wheel
lug bolts to avoid interference with
non-moving parts.
Likewise, if mounting an aluminum
wheel in place of a steel wheel, you
must use the longer aluminum wheel
lug bolt to ensure proper thread
engagement.
TIRE CHANGING SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Before attempting to change either the front
or rear tires, the following precautions should be
headed:
1. Park vehicle on level surface only.
2. Turn off engine and set parking brake.
3. Activate hazard warning flasher.
4. Block both front and back of wheel opposite
wheel to be removed.
5. On soft ground, use a board or other material
under jack as a firm base to ensure that the
jack will not shift.
WARNING
DO NOT crawl under the vehicle
when it is supported by a jack.

RECOVERY TOWING

See Volkswagen Owners Manual for proper
recovery towing procedures.
Winnebago Industries does not assume re-
sponsibility for damage incurred while towing
this vehicle.