5. Start the engine. Keep the engine running while injecting sealant and air.
6. Turn the selector switch to REPAIR.
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the compressor
8. Unplug the power plug from the accessory power socket.
9. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire valve stem. Reinstall the
valve cap.
10. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to (0 kPa).
11. Apply the repair notification label to the flat surface of the wheel.
Tire sealant contains substances that are harmful and can be fatal if
swallowed. If accidentally swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Drink plenty
of water and get medical attention immediately. For skin or eye contact,
flush with cool water and get medical attention if necessary.
Running the engine with the vehicle in an enclosed or even partly enclosed
area can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon monoxide. Breathing this
colorless, odorless gas can cause unconsciousness and even death. Only
run the engine to power the air compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out. Take the jack
and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.
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3. Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer cone. Remove the spare
tire.
4. Place the spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.
5. For models with a wheel cover, put
the flat tip of the jack handle bar
into the edge of the wheel cover
and carefully pry the edge up to
remove the cover.
6. Loosen each wheel nut about one
turn using the wheel nut wrench.
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Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking
point closest to the tire to be
changed.
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