2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX spare tire location

Once you have removed the wheel cover, use the
following procedure to remove the at tire and
install the spare tire.
1. Set the park brake rmly. Before preceding
it is recommended that you perform a safety
check. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on
page 435for more information.
2. Turn the wheel
wrench once on
each wheel nut to
loosen them. Do not
remove them yet.
3. Find the jacking location located on the
underside of the rocker trim using the diagram.
For jacking at the vehicle’s front location,
put the jack lift head (C) about 6 inches
(15 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel
opening (B). Line up the jack with the
arrow (A) as shown.
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For jacking at the vehicle’s rear location, put the
jack lift head (B) about 9 inches (23 cm) from
the front edge of the rear wheel opening (C).
Line up the jack with the arrow (A) as shown.4. Put the compact spare tire near you.
{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.
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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.
After the compact spare tire is put on the vehicle,
store the at tire in the trunk. Use the following
procedure to secure it in the trunk. When storing a
full-size tire, use the extension and protector/guide,
located in the foam holder, to help avoid wheel
surface damage.To store a full-size tire, do the following:
1. Install the tools in their original location in the
trunk area and secure.
2. Place the tire in the trunk with the valve stem
facing down, and the protector/guide placed
through a wheel bolt hole.
3. Remove the protector and attach the retainer
securely.
4. Place the protector/guide back in the foam
holder when putting the compact spare back
in the trunk. Store the cover as far forward
as possible.
The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size
tire as soon as possible. SeeCompact Spare Tire
on page 447for more information. Use the
following as a guide for storing the compact spare
tire and tools.
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