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8. Accident handling
WARNING
● When the tire has been repaired with
the tire sealer, go to the GAC Motor
authorized shop for overhaul or go
to a professional tire repair shop for
repair as soon as possible.
● Do not drive the vehicle at a speed
higher than 80km/h when the tire has
been repaired with the tire sealer.
8.5 Replacing flat tires
Preparations
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Apply the parking brake.
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AT models: Set the gearshift lever to the
“P” position.
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MT models: Set the gearshift lever to the
1st gear.
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Set the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position, and turn on the hazard warning
lamp.
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Place a warning triangle in a suitable
position behind the vehicle.
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Find a suitable object to wedge the wheel
in the diagonal position of the one to
be replaced to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
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Take out the driver’s tools and the spare
tire.
WARNING
● Relevant regulations must be strictly
followed.
● All occupants must leave the vehicle
and wait in a safe place.
Unscrewing the wheel bolts
Set the wheel bolt removal wrench firmly on
a wheel bolt, and unscrew the wheel bolt
counterclockwise.
CAUTION
Loosen the wheel bolts just one turn before
lifting the vehicle. After lifting the vehicle,
unscrew the wheel bolts completely, and
then remove the flat tire.