Changing a Flat Tire; To secure the spare tire; Be sure to follow the directions for- Page 487

(Vehicles without sub-woofer)

Turn the spare tire hold-down bolt
counterclockwise and remove the
spare tire.
 

1. Spare tire hold-down bolt

NOTE

If the spare tire hold-down bolt
cannot be loosened, hold the edge
of the tire and turn it
counterclockwise until the spare
tire hold-down bolt rotates.

To secure the spare tire

Store the spare tire in the reverse order
of removal. After storing, verify that the
spare tire is stored securely.

Changing a Flat Tire

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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.

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.

WARNING

Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire:

Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure someone.
No person should place any portion of
their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.

Never allow anyone inside a 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.

NOTE

Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.

1. Park on a hard, level surface off the

right-of-way and firmly set the
parking brake.

If Trouble Arises

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