2005 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX Owners Manual

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In case of emergency
Sedan
1) Jack
2) Jack handle
3) Spare tire
Wagon
1) Jack
2) Jack handle
3) Spare tire
5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and wheel nut wrench.
The spare tire is stored under the floor of the trunk or
cargo area.
To remove the spare tire, proceed as follows:
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Sedan: Remove the floor cover from the trunk. Re-
move the storage compartment (if so equipped).Turn
the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the
spare tire out.
Wagon: Open the lid and hang the hook provided on
the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to
keep the lid open.
Remove the storage compartment (if so equipped).
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Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take
spare tire out.
If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary
spare tire, carefully read the section “Temporary spare
tire” in this chapter and strictly follow the instructions.
The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or cargo
area.
To take out the jack:
Remove the cover, turn the jackscrew counterclock-
wise to loosen it, then remove the jack.
If the jackscrew is too tight to be loosened by hand,
loosen it using a screwdriver or the jack handle.
The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover.
NOTE
Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.
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6. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench
but do not remove the nuts.
Vehicle with side sill skirt
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Others
7. Place the jack under the side sill at the front or rear
jack-up point closest to the flat tire.
Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engag- es firmly into the jack-up point.
8. Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn
the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise
the vehicle higher than necessary.
9. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.
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10.Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth.
11.Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts.
Tighten them by hand.
Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or
nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could
cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an
accident.
12.Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the
vehicle.
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13.Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque, following the tight-
ening order in the illustration.
The torque for tightening the nuts is 58 to 72 lbf·ft (80
to 100 N·m, 8 to 10 kgf·m). This torque is equivalent to
applying about 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50 kg) at the top of
the wheel nut wrench. Never use your foot on the
wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench
because you may exceed the specified torque. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automo-
tive service facility.
14.Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment.
Put the spacer and tighten the attaching bolt firmly.
Also store the jack and wheel nut wrench in their stor-
age locations.
After placing the jack in its storage location, turn the
jackscrew clockwise by hand until it becomes too hard
to turn. Then, tighten it by an additional 1/4 – 1/3 of a
turn using a screwdriver or the jack handle. Unless the
jack is properly secured, it may rattle while the vehicleis moving.
Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the
passenger compartment after changing
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injury. Store the tire and all tools in the proper
place.Jump starting
yBattery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it
come in contact with the hooks, skin, clothing
or the vehicle.
If battery fluid gets on you, thoroughly flush the
exposed area with water immediately. Get med-
ical help if the fluid has entered your hooks.
If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, imme-
diately drink a large amount of milk or water,
and obtain immediate medical help.
Keep everyone including children away from the battery.y The gas generated by a battery explodes if a
flame or spark is brought near it. Do not smoke
or light a match while jump starting.y Never attempt jump starting if the discharged
battery is frozen. It could cause the battery to
burst or explode.y Whenever working on or around a battery, al-
ways wear suitablehookprotectors, and remove
metal objects such as rings, bands or other
metal jewelry. y Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on
them do not have loose or missing insulation.