Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to; brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid; expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel- Page 227

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NOTICE:

Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.

12. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have

the flat tire repaired or replaced.

NOTICE:

Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If
you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.

When the flat tire has been repaired or replaced,
install the wheel cover. Be sure to position the
alignment pin on the cover with the notch in the
wheel. Apply pressure around the edge of the cap to
snap it in place.

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools

CAUTION:

Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.

After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle,
you’ll need to store the flat tire in the trunk.

Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible.
Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in
the trunk. For storage, the jack must be raised until the
screw end is flush with the edge of the jack.