8. Handling of Accident
8.4 Replacing the Flat Tire
Preparations
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Park the vehicle on firm and level ground far
away from traffic lanes.
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For
vehicle
models
with
automatic
transmission, switch the shift lever to “P” gear;
for vehicle models with manual transmission,
switch the shift lever to gear 1.
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Apply parking brake.
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Switch the Start or Ignition switch to “OFF/
LOCK” position and turn on the hazard
warning indicator light.
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Put the warning triangle at the appropriate
place behind the vehicle.
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Unload the weights in the vehicle as much as
possible. Find appropriate objects to place
under other wheels to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
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Take out the vehicle tools and the spare tire.
Warning
•
When puncture, air leakage or other
problems occur, stop the car and replace
the tire. Park your vehicle in an area far
away from traffic lanes. Turn on the hazard
warning indicator lights, and place the
warning triangles in position.
•
All passengers must get off the car and
wait in a safe place.
Unscrewing the Wheel Bolts
Take out the wrench for removing wheel bolts
from the accompanied tool bag. Put the wrench
firmly on the wheel bolt and loosen the bolt for one
circle counterclockwise in direction of the arrow.
Warning
Only loosen each wheel bolt one circle
before using the jack to lift up the vehicle.
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