Removing the Spare Tire
Storing the Flat Tire
1.
Open
the tailgate.
Raise
the
removable tray and
flip
it over so the
carpeted side faces you.
3.
Remove
the plastic cover on the cargo
area lining using your key to access the
bolt for the spare tire holder.
4.
Attach
the short end of the wheel
nut wrench to the spare tire holder
bolt.
Turn
the wrench
counterclockwise until the bolt
loosens.
5.
Attach
the long end of the wrench,
and
turn
it approximately 70 times.
Stop when you feel resistance and can
see the spare tire under the vehicle.
NOTE:
Turning the wrench any
further may cause damage.
6.
Unhook
the spare tire holder, and
remove
the spare tire.
8.
Turn
the wrench clockwise to
retighten the bolt and raise the holder
back into place.
NOTE:
If the holder is not raised, it
will be damaged during driving.
1.
Remove
the plastic bag from the
tool kit case, and
place
the flat tire
inside.
Knot
the top of the bag to
secure the tire.
2.
Puncture
the bag, and
pass
the
holding belt through and around
one of the tire spokes.
3.
Place
the flat tire in the cargo
area.
Thread
the belt through
the cargo hook.
Pass
the belt
through the ring, and
tighten
the
belt to secure the flat tire in
place.
COMPACT SPARE TIRE
Temporary replacement tire located underneath the rear cargo area. Have your regular
tire repaired or replaced by your dealer as quickly as possible.
2.
Remove
the hook, and hook it to the
cargo side panel to hold the tray in
place.
Remove
the utility box to access
the wheel nut wrench in the tool kit.
7.
Place
the spare tire holder back on
the hook.
NOTE:
Do not place the flat tire in
the spare tire holder. This can damage
the holder.
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