2005 HUMMER H2 flat tire

Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. To remove the center
cap, place the at end
of the wheel wrench
in the slot on the wheel
and gently pry the
center cap out.
2. Slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench with the
DOWN mark facing you.
3. Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to loosen the
wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet.
You will now need to jack the vehicle up using the
instructions following.
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4. Assemble the jack and tools as follows:
Front Flat Tire:Attach the jack handle with the
hook end connected to the u-hook/clevis on
the jack. Slide the ratchet onto the jack handle with
the UP mark facing you.Rear Flat Tire:Assemble the jack together with the
jack handle and the jack handle extension. Press
the retention clip on the jack handle extension
(arrow) so it engages into the jack handle. Slide the
ratchet onto the jack handle extension with the
UP mark facing you.
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5. Turn the ratchet clockwise to raise the jack head to
the lifting point.
Front Flat Tire:Position
the jack under the vehicle
on the frame behind
the at tire where the
frame sections overlap.
See the graphic following
for an approximate
measurement of the jack
location on the frame.
Front Flat Tire
X = 28.5 inches (72.0 cm)
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Rear Flat Tire:Place the
jack under the curved rear
axle pad. Make sure
the jack head is positioned
so that the rear axle
pad is resting securely on
the jack head.
{CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get
under a vehicle when it is supported only
by a jack.
{CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle and even
make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal
injury and vehicle damage, be sure to t the
jack lift head into the proper location before
raising the vehicle.
6. Turn the ratchet clockwise to raise the vehicle.
Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so
there is enough room for the spare tire to clear
the ground. Rear Flat Tire
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12. Tighten the nuts rmly
in a crisscross
sequence as shown by
turning the ratchet
clockwise, with the UP
mark facing you.
13. When you install the wheel and tire, you must
also reinstall the center cap. Place the cap on
the wheel and tap it into place until it sits ush
with the wheel.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
Inside-Mounted Tire
Use the art and text following to help you store the
spare or at tire back into its proper spot when you
are done.
Store the at or spare tire back inside the vehicle on the
spare tire mount.A. Spare or Flat Tire
B. Receiver Extension
(If Equipped)C. Tire Retainer Plate
D. Nut
E. Wheel Blocks
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8. Replace the jack cover. Be sure the tabs on the
back of the jack cover t into the slots on the
cargo box before closing the jack cover.
9. Close the spare tire carrier to ensure it securely
latches. SeeTailgate (SUT) on page 2-16for tire
carrier operation.
Spare Tire
Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inated spare tire.
A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its
ination pressure regularly. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-60andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-58
for information regarding proper tire ination and loading
your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install
or store a spare tire, seeChanging a Flat Tire on
page 5-70andRemoving the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire on page 5-79.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is
correctly inated. Have the damaged or at road
tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and
installed back onto your vehicle. This way, a spare tire
will be available in case you need it again.
Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than
the road tires—those originally installed on your vehicle.
This spare tires was developed for use on your
vehicle, so it’s all right to drive on it.
If your vehicle has a spare tire that does not match your
vehicle’s original road tires and wheels in size and
type, do not include the spare in the tire rotation.
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you
with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil
if necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13for
further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-24for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-54for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. Push, pull and then try to turn the spare tire. If
it moves, tighten it. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on
page 5-70.
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Roadside Assistance Program
As the owner of a new HUMMER vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the HUMMER Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide peace of mind as you drive in the
city or travel the open road. Call 1–866–HUMMER6
(486–6376) 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to speak
with a HUMMER Roadside Assistance Representative.
We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the
nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain
entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement
key will be covered within 10 miles.
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator ServiceDirections to the nearest
dealer.
Trip Routing:A Roadside Assistance
Representative can provide specic information
regarding this feature.
Trip Interruption Expense Benets:A Roadside
Assistance Representative can provide specic
information regarding this feature.
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under HUMMER’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
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