A. Blocks
B. Flat tire
Blocking wheels
Place suitable blocks at both the front and back
of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to
prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked
up.
WARNING
Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and result in personal injury.
Jacking up vehicle and removing the
damaged tire
WARNING
●Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by the jack. If it is nec-
essary to work under the vehicle, sup-
port it with safety stands.
● Use the correct jack-up points. Never
use any other part of the vehicle for jack
support.
● Never jack up the vehicle more than
necessary.
● Never use blocks on or under the jack.
● Do not start or run the engine while the
vehicle is on the jack. It may cause the
vehicle to move.
● Do not allow passengers to stay in the
vehicle while it is on the jack.
● Never run the engine with a wheel(s) off
the ground. It may cause the vehicle to
move.
Always refer to the illustration for the correct
placement and jack-up points for your specific
vehicle model. 1. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by
turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts
until the tire is off the ground.
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2. Place the jack (if so equipped) directly underthe jack-up point as illustrated so the top of
the jack (if so equipped) contacts the vehicle
at the jack-up point. The jack-up points are
indicated by stamped arrows on the side of
the frame.
To access the rear jacking points, the
Step must be extended out.
The jack should be used on firm and
level ground. 3. Install the assembled jack rod into the jack (if
so equipped) as shown.
4. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod. Carefully raise the vehicle until the
tire clears the ground.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove the tire.
REPAIRING A FLAT TIRE
If possible, have the vehicle towed to a facility that
can repair or replace the flat tire. Using the tire
emergency repair kit may cause a malfunction of
the tire pressure sensors and cause the low tire
pressure warning light to illuminate. If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions be-
low.
Stopping the vehicle
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and
away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to P (Park) .
4. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance person-
nel that you need assistance.
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