Changing a Flat Tire; To secure the spare tire; Be sure to follow the directions for- Page 501

(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 

fl

at tire.



Steering becomes di

ffi

cult.



The vehicle begins to vibrate

excessively.



The vehicle pulls in one direction.

If you have a 

fl

at tire, drive slowly to a

level spot that is well o

ff

 the road and

out of the way of tra

ffi

c to change the

tire.

Stopping in tra

ffi

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 o

ff

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.

If Trouble Arises

Flat Tire

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