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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH SPARE TIRE, IF EQUIPPED)
Jack and tools
The jack, jack handle, wheel luþ nut
wrench are stored in the luþþaþe com‐
partment.
Pull up the luþþaþe box cover to reach
this equipment.
1. Jack handle
2. Jack
3. Wheel luþ nut wrench
Jacking instructions
The jack is provided ýor emerþency tire
chanþinþ only.
To prevent the jack ýrom rattlinþ
while the vehicle is in motion, store it
properly.
Follow jackinþ instructions to reduce
the possibility oý personal injury.
WARNING
n Changing tires
• Never attempt vehicle repairs in
the traffic lanes of a public road or
highway.
• Always move the vehicle com‐
pletely off the road and onto the
shoulder before trying to change a
tire. The jack should be used on
firm level ground. If you cannot
find a firm level place off the road,
call a towing service company for
assistance.
• Be sure to use the correct front
and rear jacking positions on the
vehicle; never use the bumpers or
any other part of the vehicle for
jacking support.
• The vehicle can roll off the jack
causing serious injury or death.
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• Do not get under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
• Do not start or run the engine
while the vehicle is on the jack.
• Do not allow anyone remain in the
vehicle while it is on the jack.
• Make sure any children present are
in a secure place away from the
road and from the vehicle to be
raised with the jack.
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What to do in an emer
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