Tire Changing - Buick 2013 Encore Owner's Manual

1. Wheel Block
2. Flat Tire
The following information explains
how to repair or change a tire.

Tire Changing

Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
The spare tire and tools are located
in the storage compartment in the
rear of the vehicle.
To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
on page 2-8.
2. Lift the trim cover.
3. If the vehicle has a subwoofer
assembly on top of the spare
tire, remove it by turning the
center retainer counterclockwise.
4. If the vehicle does not have a
subwoofer, turn the retainer
counterclockwise to remove the
spare tire.
5. Remove the spare tire, jack, and
tools and place them near the
tire being changed.
Vehicle Care
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check before
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes
Flat on page 10-55.
2. Turn the wheel wrench
counterclockwise to loosen the
wheel nuts. Do not remove
them yet.
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