Changing a Flat Tire; If Trouble Arises; Flat Tire- Page 476

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If Trouble Arises

Flat Tire

   2.   Turn the spare tire hold-down bolt 

counterclockwise.

Spare tire hold-down bolt

    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

     NOTE

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

y

  Steering becomes diffi cult.

y

  The vehicle begins to vibrate 

excessively.

y

  The vehicle pulls in one direction.

  If you have a fl at tire, drive slowly to a 
level spot that is well off the road and out 
of the way of traffi c to change the tire.
  Stopping  in  traffi c 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 level surface off the right-of-

way and fi rmly set the parking brake.

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