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NOTICE:
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
Follow this diagram to store the
underbody
-mounted spare.
A. Retainer
B. Valve Stem
(Pointed Down)
C. Spare or Flat Tire
D. Spring
E. Wheel Wrench
F. Lower
G. Raise
H. Hoist Arm
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Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare.
A. Spare or Flat Tire
B. Retainer
C. Nut
D. Wheel Carrier
E. HookFollow this diagram for the rear
-mounted spare.
A. Wheel Carrier
B. Spare or Flat Tire
C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder
Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench.
Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops.
The key does not have to be inserted into the lock. Push
the lock case to be sure it is secured. The special lug nut
and lock case is not intended to be used on any road
wheel, only on the spare wheel carrier. Tighten the nuts
on the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 lb
-ft (30 to 40 N´m).
