If Trouble Arises; Flat Tire; To remove the jack- Page 412

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If Trouble Arises

Flat Tire

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Some models.

 Jack

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To remove the jack

1.  Remove the cover.

2.  Turn the wing bolt and jack screw 

counterclockwise.

Wing bolt

Jack screw

To secure the jack

1.  Insert the wing bolt into the jack with 

the jack screw pointing back and turn 

the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily 

tighten it.

2.  Turn the jack screw clockwise.

Wing bolt

Jack screw

3.  Turn the wing bolt completely to secure 

the jack.

NOTE

If the jack is not completely secured, it 

could rattle while driving. Make sure the 

jack screw is sufficiently tightened.

4.  Insert the cover tabs and install the 

cover.

NOTE

Verify that the cover is securely installed.

Maintenance



 Always keep the jack clean.



 Make sure the moving parts are kept 

free from dirt or rust.

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 Make sure the screw thread is 

adequately lubricated.

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