CAUTION!
•The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be
handled carefully.
•Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can
result in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior.It can also
result in sealant contacting internal Tire Service Kit components which may cause
permanent damage to the kit.
(D) Drive Vehicle:
Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km)
or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the Tire Service Kit Sealant within the tire.Do
not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h).
WARNING!
Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair.Have the tire inspected and repaired
or replaced after using Tire Service Kit.Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until the tire
is repaired or replaced.Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are seri-
ous or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
(E) After Driving:
Pull over to a safe location.Refer to “Whenever You Stop to Use Tire Service Kit” before
continuing.
1.Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Air Mode position.
2.Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle's 12 Volt power outlet.
3.Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of
hose (7) onto the valve stem.
4.Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge (3).
If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar):
The tire is too badly damaged.Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further.Call for assis-
tance.
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If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher:
1.Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pres-
sure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door open-
ing.
NOTE:
If the tire becomes over-inflated, push the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure
to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
2.Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the valve
stem and unplug from 12 Volt outlet.
3.Place the Tire Service Kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle.
4.Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an
authorized dealer or tire service center.
5.Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been
repaired.
6.Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.Refer to (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”.
NOTE:
When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer or service center that the
tire has been sealed using the Tire Service Kit.
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
1.Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color).
2.Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant
bottle.
3.Push the Sealant Bottle release button.The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up.Remove the
bottle and dispose of it accordingly.
4.Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit housing.
5.Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns
with the hose slot in the front of the housing.Push the bottle into the housing.An
audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place.
6.Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and
return the hose to its storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
7.Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the vehicle.
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