Removing the Spare TireStoring the Flat Tire
\f.Open the tailgate. Raisethe
removable tray and flipit over so the
carpeted side faces you.
3. Remove the plastic cover on the cargo
area lining using your key to access the
bolt for the spare tire holder. 4.
Attach the short end of the wheel
nut wrench to the spare tire holder
bolt. Turn the wrench
counterclockwise until the bolt
loosens.
5. Attach the long end of the wrench,
and turn it approximately 70 times.
Stop when you feel resistance and can
see the spare tire under the vehicle.
NOTE\b Turning the wrench any
further may cause damage.
6. Unhook the spare tire holder, and
remove the spare tire. 8.
Turn the wrench clockwise to
retighten the bolt and raise the holder
back into place.
NOTE\b If the holder is not raised, it
will be damaged during driving. \f.
Remove the plastic bag from the
tool kit case, and placethe flat tire
inside. Knotthe top of the bag to
secure the tire.
2. Puncture the bag, and passthe
holding belt through and around
one of the tire spokes.
3. Place the flat tire in the cargo
area. Thread the belt through
the cargo hook. Passthe belt
through the ring, and tightenthe
belt to secure the flat tire in
place.
C O M P A C T S P A R E T I R ETemporary replacement tire located underneath the rear cargo area. Have your regular
tire repaired or replaced by your dealer as soon as possible.
2. Remove the hook, and hook it to the
cargo side panel to hold the tray in
place. Remove the utility box to access
the wheel nut wrench in the tool kit.
7. Place the spare tire holder back on
the hook.
NOTE\b Do not place the flat tire in
the spare tire holder. This can damage
the holder.
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