2007 CHEVROLET HHR spare tire

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
To store the at tire, do the following:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 106
for more information.
2. Put back all tools as they were stored in the
rear storage compartment and put the
compartment cover back on. For more
information, see “Storing the Compact Spare
Tire and Tools” next in this section.
3. Install the cargo cover. For more information,
seeRear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover
on page 144.
Aluminum Wheel
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Storing the Compact Spare Tire
and Tools
Use the following diagram as a guide for storing
the compact spare tire once you are done using it.
A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Spare Tire
D. Wing NutE. Jack and Wheel
Wrench
F. Strap
G. Bolt1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 106
for more information.
2. Install the strap (F) on the oor of the spare
tire compartment.
3. Place the jack and wheel wrench (E) over the
bolt (G), making sure the strap is securely
stored, under the jack and wheel wrench.
4. Secure the jack and wheel wrench (E) with
the wing nut (D).
5. With the valve stem up, place the spare
tire (C) on the compartment oor.
6. Make sure the bolt (G) passes through the
wheel center.
7. Install the spare tire cover (B).
8. Secure the spare tire and tools with the
retainer (A).
The compact spare tire storage area is designed
only for the compact spare tire, the standard
tire cannot be stored there.
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Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after
a time. Check the ination pressure regularly. It
should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and make sure the
spare tire is correctly inated. The compact spare
is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph
(105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles
(5 000 km), so you can nish your trip and have
the full-size tire repaired or replaced at your
convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the
spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The
spare tire will last longer and be in good shape
in case it is needed 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 the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or
wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not t.
Keep the 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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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 299for
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. See
Engine Coolant on page 306for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct pressures. Do
not forget to check the spare tire. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 344. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 355.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 345.
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Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or
Highway:Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a
vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out
assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand,
mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:If your vehicle has a spare
tire, installation of the tire in good condition 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.
Additional Services for Canadian
Customers

Trip Routing Service:Upon Request,
Roadside Assistance will send you detailed,
computer-personalized maps, highlighting your
choice of either the most direct route or the
most scenic route to your destination,
anywhere in North America, along with any
helpful travel information we may have
pertaining to your trip. To request this service,
please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800.We will make every attempt to send your
personalized trip routing as quickly as possible,
but it is best to allow three weeks before your
planned departure date. Trip routing requests
will be limited to six per calendar year.
Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:
In the event of a warranty related vehicle
disablement, while en route and over
250 kilometres from original point of departure,
you may qualify for trip interruption expense
assistance. This assistance covers reasonable
reimbursement of up to a maximum of
$500 (Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of
$50/day), (B) lodging (maximum of $100/night)
and (C) alternate ground transportation
(maximum of $40/day). This benet is to assist
you with some of the unplanned expense you
may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be
repaired.
Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts and
a copy of the repair order are required.
Once authorization has been given, your
advisor will help you make any necessary
arrangements and explain how to claim for trip
interruption expense assistance.
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Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).................................. 331
Chains, Tire................................................. 353
Charging System Light................................ 184
Check
Engine Light............................................ 188
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 296
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 377
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 49
Infants and Young Children........................ 46
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children............................................ 56
Older Children........................................... 43
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 63
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 66
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 53
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 170
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 375
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 374
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 371
Finish Care.............................................. 374
Inside of Your Vehicle.............................. 370Cleaning (cont.)
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 372
Tires........................................................ 376
Underbody Maintenance........................... 377
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 373
Weatherstrips........................................... 373
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 375
Climate Control System............................... 170
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 175
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 174
Clutch, Hydraulic......................................... 306
Collision Damage Repair............................. 424
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 39
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 369
Compass............................................134, 136
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 111
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 242
Convenience Net......................................... 147
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 188
Engine Temperature Warning Light........... 187
Heater, Engine......................................... 121
Cooling System........................................... 312
Cruise Control............................................. 160
Cupholder(s)................................................ 143
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Q
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................... 24
R
Radios........................................................ 206
Care of Your CD Player........................... 235
Care of Your CDs.................................... 235
Radio with CD................................210, 215
Setting the Time..............................207, 208
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 233
Understanding Reception......................... 234
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover..... 144
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 105
Rear Reading Lamps.................................. 168
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 39
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 36
Rear Storage Area...................................... 143
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.................... 159
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with Compass.......................................... 136
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®and Compass..................... 134
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 134
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 11Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 403
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 274
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 97
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System, Operation..................................... 98
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 359
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 356
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 334
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 429
General Motors........................................ 429
United States Government....................... 428
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 90
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 91
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 119
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 35
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 418
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 269
Roof Rack System...................................... 146
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 406
Running the Engine While Parked............... 133
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Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 369
Installing.................................................. 359
Removing................................................ 356
Storing..................................................... 365
Specications, Capacities............................ 386
Speedometer............................................... 179
Split Folding Rear Seat................................. 17
Starting Your Engine................................... 119
Steering...................................................... 248
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 234
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 155
Storage Areas
Convenience Net..................................... 147
Cupholder(s)............................................ 143
Floor Console Storage Area..................... 143
Glove Box................................................ 143
Instrument Panel Storage Area................. 143
Rear Compartment Storage
Panel/Cover.......................................... 144
Rear Storage Area................................... 143
Roof Rack System................................... 146
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 268
Sun Visors.................................................. 111
Sunroof....................................................... 147T
Tachometer................................................. 179
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 332
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 233
Theft-Deterrent Systems.............................. 111
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 111
PASS-Key
®III+........................................ 113
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................ 114
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 155
Tires........................................................... 336
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning............................................... 375
Buying New Tires..................................... 347
Chains..................................................... 353
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 355
Cleaning.................................................. 376
Compact Spare Tire................................. 369
Different Size........................................... 349
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 354
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 344
Inspection and Rotation............................ 345
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 359
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 359
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