2009 HUMMER H3 flat tire

5. Assemble the jack and tools as
follows:
Front Tire Flat:If the at tire is
on a front tire of the vehicle,
use the jack handle and both jack
handle extensions. Attach the
wheel wrench to the jack handle
extensions. Attach the jack
handle to the jack. From the front
of the vehicle position the jack
on the front lower control armalong the bar that runs front to
back. Turn the wheel wrench
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.
Refer to the graphic above to
locate the placement of the jack
if the at tire is on the rear of
the vehicle.Rear Tire Flat:Use the jack
handle and both jack handle
extensions. Attach the wheel
wrench to the jack extensions.
Attach the jack handle to
the jack. From the rear of the
vehicle align the jack under the
rear axle. Turn the wheel
wrench 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. Front Position
Rear Positions
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6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise
to raise the jack head to the
lifting point.
{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.7. Remove all the wheel nuts and
take off the at tire.
{CAUTION
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle.
In an emergency, use a cloth or a
paper towel to do this; but be sure
to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if needed, to get all the rust
or dirt off. SeeChanging a Flat
Tire on page 5-66.8. Remove any rust or dirt from the
wheel bolts, mounting surfaces
and spare wheel.{CAUTION
Never use oil or grease on bolts
or nuts because the nuts might
come loose. The vehicle’s wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
9. Put the spare tire on the
mounting surface.
10. Put the wheel nuts back on
with the rounded end of the
nuts toward the wheel
after mounting the spare.
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Secondary Latch
System (H3T)
This vehicle has an underbody
mounted tire hoist assembly that has
a secondary latch system. It is
designed to stop the spare tire from
suddenly falling off the vehicle if
the cable holding the spare tire is
damaged. For the secondary latch to
work, the tire must be stowed with
the valve stem pointing down.
SeeStoring a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools (H3) on page 5-78
orStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools (H3T) on page 5-80for
instructions on storing the spare tire
correctly.
{CAUTION
Before beginning this procedure
read all the instructions. Failure to
read and follow the instructions
could damage the hoist assembly
and you and others could get
hurt. Read and follow the
instructions listed next.
To release the spare tire from the
secondary latch:
{CAUTION
Someone standing too close
during the procedure could be
injured by the jack. If the spare
tire does not slide off the jack
completely, make sure no one is
behind you or on either side of
you as you pull the jack out from
the under spare.1. If the cable is not visible, start
this procedure at Step 3.
2. Turn the lug wrench
counterclockwise until
approximately 6 inches (15 cm)
of cable is exposed.
3. Attach the lug wrench to the
jack and raise the jack at
least 10 turns.
4. Place the jack under the vehicle,
ahead of the rear bumper.
Position the center lift point of
the jack under the center of
the spare tire.
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Storing a Flat or Spare
Tire and Tools (H3)
{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.To store the at or spare tire on the
spare tire mount:
1. Slide the at or spare tire onto
the swing-gate.
You may need assistance
to do this.
2. Reinstall the nuts to retain the
at or spare tire.
3. Tighten the nuts by hand.
{CAUTION
Incorrect or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel
to come loose and even come off.
This could lead to a crash. If you
have to replace them, be sure to
get new original equipment wheel
nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as
you can and have the nuts
tightened with a torque wrench to
the proper torque specication.
SeeCapacities and Specifications
on page 5-96for wheel nut torque
specication.
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Storing a Flat or Spare
Tire and Tools (H3T)
{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.
A. Spare Tire/Flat Tire
(Valve Stem Pointed Down)
B. Tire/Wheel Retainer
C. Hoist Cable
D. Hoist Assembly
E. Hoist Shaft
F. Jack Handle Extension(s)
G. Wheel Wrench
H. Hoist Shaft Access Ramp
I. Hoist End of the Extension ToolTo store the at or spare tire on the
spare tire mount:
1. Place the at or spare tire (A) on
the ground at the rear of the
vehicle with the valve stem
pointed down and to the rear.
2. Tilt the tire. Separate the
tire/wheel retainer (B) from the
guide pin. Pull the pin through
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To store the jack tool bag and jack:
1. Return the tools to the jack
tool bag.
2. Secure the tool bag to the jack
by securely wrapping the straps
around the jack. Then, slide
the straps through the rings on
the bag and secure.
3. Reinstall the wing nut retainer to
fasten the jack and tool bag
under the rear seat.
Make sure that the wing nut
passes through the tool bag and
the jack before tightening it.
4. Turn the wing nut retainer
clockwise to secure.Spare Tire
The vehicle, when new, had a
fully-inated spare tire. A spare tire
may lose air over time, so check
its ination pressure regularly.
SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-51andLoading the Vehicle
on page 4-35for 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 5-72andStoring a Flat or
Spare Tire and Tools (H3) on
page 5-78orStoring a Flat or Spare
Tire and Tools (H3T) on page 5-80.
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 does not have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System sensor.
You may get a low pressure warning
light. SeeTire Pressure Monitor
Operation on page 5-54. Have the
damaged or at road tire repaired or
replaced as soon as you can.
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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Owner Checks and
Services
These owner checks and services
should be performed at the
intervals specied to help ensure
vehicle safety, dependability,
and emission control performance.
Your dealer/retailer can assist
with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once. Whenever
any uids or lubricants are added
to the 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 fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Notice:It is important to check
the engine oil regularly and
keep it at the proper level.
Failure to keep the engine oil
at the proper level can cause
damage to the engine not covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Check the engine oil level and
add the proper oil if necessary.
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level
and add DEX-COOL®coolant
mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-23.
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
Inspect the vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct
pressures. Do not forget to check
the spare tire. SeeInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 5-51. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire
on page 5-66.
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 5-57.
Maintenance Schedule 6-9

HUMMER and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to
limit services or payment to an
owner or driver if they decide the
claims are made too often, or
the same type of claim is made
many times.
Services Provided

Emergency Fuel Delivery:
Delivery of enough fuel for
the vehicle to get to the nearest
service station.
Lock-Out Service:Service is
provided to unlock the vehicle if
you are locked out. A remote
unlock may be available if you
have OnStar
®. For security
reasons, the driver must present
identication before this service is
given.
Emergency Tow From a Public
Road or Highway:Tow to the
nearest HUMMER dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle
was in a crash and cannot be
driven.
Flat Tire Change:Service is
provided to change a at tire with
spare tire. The spare tire, if
equipped, must be in good
condition and properly inated. It
is your responsibility for the repair
or replacement of the tire if it is
not covered by the warranty.
Battery Jump Start:Service is
provided to jump start a dead
battery.
Trip Routing Service:Detailed
maps of North America are
provided when requested either
with the most direct route or the
most scenic route. Additional
travel information is also
available. Allow three weeks
for delivery.
Trip Interruption Benets and
Assistance:If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty
failure, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed during the 5 year/
100,000 miles (160 000 km)
Powertrain warranty period. Items
considered are hotel, meals, and
rental car.
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