2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO Owners Manual

3. Attach the wheel wrench and extensions
together as shown.
4. Insert the hoist end of the extension through
the hole in the rear bumper and into the
funnel-shaped guide.
5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise
the tire part way up. Make sure the retainer
is seated in the wheel opening and the
valve stem is pointed down.
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside
of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench
clockwise until you feel it skip twice.
You cannot overtighten the cable.
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7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push,
pull (A), and then try to turn (B) the tire.
If the tire moves, check to make sure the
tire valve stem is pointing down, then use
the wheel wrench to loosen and then
tighten the cable.To store the tools, do the following:
1. Return the wheel wrench, jack extensions
and the storage bag to the locations
described underRemoving the Spare
Tire and Tools on page 401.
2. Install the wheel blocks rst.
Then install the jack.
3. Secure the items in the vehicle as
shown next.
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A. Jack
B. Wheel Blocks
C. Wing NutA. Jack
B. Wheel Blocks
C. Wing Nut
Crew Cab
Regular/Extended Cab
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Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire
Your vehicle may have a compact spare tire.
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when your vehicle was new, it can lose air
over time. Check the ination pressure regularly.
It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
Notice:If your vehicle has four-wheel drive
and the compact spare tire is installed on
your vehicle, do not drive in four-wheel drive
until you can have your at tire repaired and/or
replaced. You could damage your vehicle,
and the repair costs would not be covered
by your warranty. Never use four-wheel drive
when the compact spare tire is installed
on your vehicle.
After installing the compact spare on your
vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible
and make sure your vehicle’s spare tire is
correctly inated. The compact spare is made to
perform well at speeds up to 62 mph (100 km/h)
for distances up to 500 miles (804 km).For heavy payloads or towing, and for low traction
or four-wheel-drive conditions, repair or replace
the full-size tire. Of course, it is best to replace
your vehicle’s spare with a full-size tire as soon
as you can. The spare tire will last longer and be
in good shape in case you need it again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with guide rails. The compact
spare can get caught on the rails. That can
damage the tire and wheel, and maybe
other parts of your vehicle.
Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix your compact spare tire or
wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not t.
Keep your spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact
spare. Using them can damage your vehicle
and can damage the chains too. Do not use
tire chains on your compact spare.
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Full-Size Spare Tire
Your vehicle may have a full-size spare tire,
which, when new, was fully inated. A spare
tire may lose air over time, so check its ination
pressure regularly. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 384andLoading Your Vehicle on
page 293for information regarding proper tire
ination and loading your vehicle. For instruction
on how to remove, install, or store a spare tire,
seeRemoving the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire on page 404andStoring a Flat
or Spare Tire and Tools on page 416.
Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire
than the road tires originally installed on your
vehicle. This spare was developed for use on
your vehicle, so it is alright to drive on it. If your
vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different
size spare tire is installed, keep the vehicle
in two-wheel drive.Notice:If your vehicle has four-wheel drive
and the different size spare tire is installed
on your vehicle, do not drive in four-wheel
drive until you can have your at tire repaired
and/or replaced. You could damage your
vehicle, and the repair costs would not
be covered by your warranty. Never use
four-wheel drive when the different size
spare tire is installed on your vehicle.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle,
you should stop as soon as possible and make
sure the spare is correctly inated. The spare
tire is made to perform well at speeds up to
62 mph (100 km/h) for distances up to 500 miles
(804 km). For heavy payloads or towing, and
for low traction or four-wheel-drive conditions,
repair or replace the full-size tire. Have the
damaged or at road tire repaired or replaced
as soon as you can and installed back onto
your vehicle. This way, the spare tire will be
available in case you need it again.
Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes,
because they will not t. Keep your spare tire
and its wheel together.
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Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its
best if it is cleaned often. Although not always
visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your
upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather,
and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is
recommended to remove particles from your
upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery
from becoming and remaining heavily soiled.
Soils should be removed as quickly as possible.
Your vehicle’s interior may experience extremes
of heat that could cause stains to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent
cleaning. Use care because newspapers and
garments that transfer color to your home
furnishings may also transfer color to your
vehicle’s interior.
When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use
cleaners specically designed for the surfaces
being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from
using cleaners on surfaces for which they were
not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass.Remove any accidental over-spray from other
surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply
cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth.
Notice:If you use abrasive cleaners when
cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you
could scratch the glass and/or cause damage
to the rear window defogger. When cleaning
the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth
and glass cleaner.
Many cleaners contain solvents that may become
concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space.
Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety
instructions on the label. While cleaning your
vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by
opening your vehicle’s doors and windows.
Dust may be removed from small buttons and
knobs using a small brush with soft bristles.
Your dealer/retailer has a product for cleaning your
vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you
can also obtain a product from your dealer/retailer
to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery.
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Do not clean your vehicle using the following
cleaners or techniques:
Never use a knife or any other sharp object
to remove a soil from any interior surface.
Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage
to your vehicle’s interior surfaces.
Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively
with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure
can damage your interior and does not improve
the effectiveness of soil removal.
Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry
detergents or dishwashing soaps with
degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a
residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt.
For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per
gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide.
Do not heavily saturate your upholstery
while cleaning.
Damage to your vehicle’s interior may result
from the use of many organic solvents such
as naptha, alcohol, etc.
Fabric/Carpet
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush
attachment frequently to remove dust and loose
dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in
the nozzle may only be used on oor carpet and
carpeted oor mats. For soils, always try to remove
them rst with plain water or club soda. Before
cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil
as possible using one of the following techniques:
For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a
paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the
paper towel until no more can be removed.
For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible
and then vacuum.
To clean, use the following instructions:
1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with
water or club soda.
2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture.
3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently
rub toward the center. Continue cleaning,
using a clean area of the cloth each time it
becomes soiled.
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4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until
the cleaning cloth remains clean.
5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a
mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning
process that was used with plain water.
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric
cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a
commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be
used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness
rst. If the locally cleaned area gives any
impression that a ring formation may result,
clean the entire surface.
After the cleaning process has been completed,
a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture
from the fabric or carpet.Leather
A soft cloth dampened with water may be used
to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning
is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild
soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to
dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never
use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters
or spot removers on leather. Many commercial
leather cleaners and coatings that are sold
to preserve and protect leather may permanently
change the appearance and feel of your leather
and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or
wax-based products, or those containing organic
solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because
they can alter the appearance by increasing
the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Never use
shoe polish on your leather.
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