Flat Tire; In Case of an Emergency; Changing a Flat Tire- Page 165

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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G

If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a 
level spot that is well off the road and out 
of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a 
busy road is dangerous.

1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-

way and firmly set the parking brake.

2. Put a vehicle with an automatic 

transaxle in park (P), a manual 
transaxle in reverse (R), and turn off 
the engine.

3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.

4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle 

and away from the vehicle and traffic.

5. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire 

(page 7-3).

6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite 

the flat tire. When blocking a front 
wheel, place the block in front of the 
tire. When blocking a rear wheel, place 
the block behind the tire.

Changing a Flat Tire

NOTE

If the following occurs while driving, it 
could indicate a flat tire.

•

Steering becomes difficult.

•

The vehicle begins to vibrate 
excessively.

•

The vehicle pulls in one direction.

Jacking a Vehicle:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not 
done properly. The vehicle can slip off 
the jack and seriously injure 
someone.
Be sure to follow the directions for 
changing a tire, and never get under a 
vehicle that is supported only by a 
jack.

Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a 
Jack:
Allowing someone to remain in a 
vehicle supported by a jack is 
dangerous. The occupant could cause 
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious 
injury. Never allow anyone inside a 
vehicle supported by jack.

WARNING

NOTE

Make sure the jack is well lubricated 
before using it.

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