WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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2. Block the Wheel
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Flat tire
Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite from
the flat to keep the vehicle from rolling when the
car is raised on the jack.
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3. Loosen Wheel Nuts
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The wheel nuts should be loosened slightly
before raising the car. To loosen the nuts, turn
the wrench handle counterclockwise. When
doing this, be sure that the socket is seated
completely over the nut so it cannot slip off. For
maximum leverage, position the wrench so the
handle is to the right as shown in the drawing.
Then, while holding the wrench near the end of
the handle, pull up on it with steady pressure.
Do not remove the nuts at this time. Just loosen
them about one-half turn.
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4. Put the Jack in Place
The base of the jack should be placed on firm,
level ground. The jack should be positioned as
shown in the drawing.
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5. Raising the Car
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Install the jack handle into the jack as shown in
the drawing. To raise the vehicle, turn the jack
handle clockwise. As the jack begins to raise
the vehicle, double check that it is properly
positioned and will not slip. If the jack is on soft
ground or sand, you may find it necessary to
place a board, brick, flat stone or other object
under the base of the jack to keep it from
sinking.
Raise the car high enough so that the fully
inflated spare tire can be installed. To do this,
you will need more ground clearance than is
required to remove the flat tire.
WARNING:
Do not get under the car when it is support-
ed by the jack! This is very dangerous as the
could fall and cause serious injury or death.
No one should stay in the car while the jack
is being used.
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