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2. Put an automatictransmission in P (Park) or amanual transmission in1(First) or R(Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and donot restart while the vehicleis raised.
4. Do not allow passengers toremain in the vehicle.
5. Place wheel blocks,if equipped, on both sides ofthe tire at the oppositecorner of the tire beingchanged.
This vehicle may come with a jackand spare tire or a tire sealant andcompressor kit. To use the jackingequipment to change a spare tiresafely, follow the instructions below.Then seeTire Changing0329.Touse the tire sealant and compressorkit, seeTire Sealant andCompressor Kit0323.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),use the following example as aguide to assist you in the placementof wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
2. Flat Tire
The following information explainshow to repair or change a tire.
Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit
{Warning
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed
area with poor ventilation is
dangerous. Engine exhaust may
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Warning (Continued)
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness
and even death. Never run the
engine in an enclosed area that
has no fresh air ventilation. For
more information, seeEngine
Exhaust0235.
{Warning
Overinflating a tire could cause
the tire to rupture and you or
others could be injured. Be sure
to read and follow the tire sealant
and compressor kit instructions
and inflate the tire to its
recommended pressure. Do not
exceed the recommended
pressure.
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{Warning
Storing the tire sealant and
compressor kit 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 the tire
sealant and compressor kit in its
original location.
If this vehicle has a tire sealant andcompressor kit, there may not be aspare tire, tire changing equipment,and on some vehicles there may notbe a place to store a tire.
The tire sealant and compressorcan be used to temporarily sealpunctures up to 6 mm (0.25 inch) inthe tread area of the tire. It can alsobe used to inflate an underinflated tire.
If the tire has been separated fromthe wheel, has damaged sidewalls,or has a large puncture, the tire istoo severely damaged for the tire
sealant and compressor kit to beeffective. SeeRoadside AssistanceProgram0368.
Read and follow all of the tiresealant and compressor kitinstructions.
The kit includes:
1. On/Off Switch
2. Pressure Gauge
3. Tire Sealant Canister
4. Air Only Hose
5. Sealant/Air Hose
6. Power Plug
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handlinginstructions on the label adhered tothe sealant canister.
Check the tire sealant expirationdate on the sealant canister. Thesealant canister should be replacedbefore its expiration date.Replacement sealant canisters areavailable at your local dealer. See“Removal and Installation of theSealant Canister”later in thissection.
There is only enough sealant to sealone tire. After usage, the sealantcanister and sealant/air hoseassembly must be replaced. See“Removal and Installation of theSealant Canister”following.
Using the Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit to TemporarilySeal and Inflate a Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant andcompressor kit during coldtemperatures, warm the kit in aheated environment for five minutes.This will help to inflate the tirefaster.
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6. Dispose of the tire sealantcanister at your dealer or inaccordance with local or Statecodes and practices.
To i n s t a l l a n e w s e a l a n t c a n i s t e r :
1. Align the sealant/air hose (5)with the slot in the compressor.
2. Push the tire sealantcanister (3) down and turn itclockwise.
3. Wrap the sealant/air hose (5)around the air compressorchannel to stow it in its originallocation.
4. Push the air only hose (4) ontothe tire sealant canister (3) inletand push the lever down.
Storing the Tire Sealant
and Compressor Kit
To a c c e s s t h e t i r e s e a l a n t a n dcompressor kit:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Lift the cover with the handle/strap and attach the hook tothe trunk lid.
The tire sealant and air compressorkit is located in a foam container inthe trunk, under the floor carpet.
Tire Changing
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
To a c c e s s t h e s p a r e t i r e a n d t o o l s :
1. Jack
2. Wheel Wrench
1. Open the trunk.
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2. Lift the cover with the handle/strap and attach the hook tothe trunk lid.
3. Turn the retainer nutcounterclockwise to remove it.
4. Place the spare tire next to thetire being changed.
5. The vehicle may have asecond retainer nut and panel.
To a c c e s s t h e t o o l s , r e m o v ethe second retainer nut andpanel.
6. Remove the tools and placethem near the tire beingchanged.
Remove the tool container fromthe vehicle, if necessary.
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check beforeproceeding. SeeIf a Tire GoesFlat0322.
2. Turn the wheel wrenchcounterclockwise to loosen allthe wheel nuts.
Do not remove the wheel nuts.
3. Place the jack near the flat tire.
4. Place the spare tire near you.
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towel can be used; however, use
ascraperorwirebrushlaterto
remove all rust or dirt.
11 . R e m o v e a n y r u s t o r d i r t f r o mthe wheel bolts, mountingsurfaces, and spare wheel.
12. Place the spare tire on thewheel-mounting surface.
{Warning
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.
13. Reinstall the wheel nuts.Tighten each nut by hand untilthe wheel is held againstthe hub.
14. Lower the vehicle by turningthe jack handlecounterclockwise.
{Warning
Wheel nuts that are improperly or
incorrectly tightened can cause
the wheels to become loose or
come off. The wheel nuts should
be tightened with a torque wrench
to the proper torque specification
after replacing. Follow the torque
specification supplied by the
aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel
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Warning (Continued)
nuts. SeeCapacities and
Specifications0362for original
equipment wheel nut torque
specifications.
Caution
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel nuts in the proper
sequence and to the proper
torque specification. See
Capacities and Specifications
0362for the wheel nut torque
specification.
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15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly inacrisscrosssequence,asshown.
16. Lower the jack all the way andremove the jack from under thevehicle.
17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmlywith the wheel wrench.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{Warning
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.
Replace the jack, tools, containerand flat tire in the trunk by reversingthe steps used to remove them.
Full-Size Spare Tire
If this vehicle came with a full-sizespare tire, it was fully inflated whennew, however, it can lose air overtime. Check the inflation pressureregularly. SeeTire Pressure0309andVehicle Load Limits0226forinformation regarding proper tireinflation and loading the vehicle. Forinstructions on how to remove,install, or store a spare tire, seeTireChanging0329.
After installing the spare tire on thevehicle, stop as soon as possibleand check that the spare is correctlyinflated. The spare tire is made toperform well at speeds up to11 2 k m / h ( 7 0 m p h ) a t t h erecommended inflation pressure, soyou can finish your trip.
The full-size spare includes a TPMSsensor. The TPMS will not monitoror display the spare tire air pressureuntil the tire/wheel is installed at oneof the four tire/wheel positions onthe vehicle and matched to the newposition. SeeTire Pressure MonitorOperation0312for informationabout matching the spare tire tothe TPMS.
Have the damaged or flat road tirerepaired or replaced and installedback onto the vehicle as soon aspossible so the spare tire will beavailable in case it is needed again.Do not mix tires and wheels ofdifferent sizes, because they will notfit. Keep the spare tire and its wheeltogether.
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ayearandtheoillifesystemmustbe reset. Your trained dealertechnician can perform this work.If the engine oil life system is resetaccidentally, service the vehiclewithin 5 000 km/3,000 mi since thelast service. Reset the oil lifesystem when the oil is changed.SeeEngine Oil Life System0277.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended forthe vehicle, and perform thefollowing services. SeeTireRotation0315.
.Check engine oil level and oillife percentage. If needed,change engine oil and filter, andreset oil life system. SeeEngineOil0275andEngine Oil LifeSystem0277.
.Check engine coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant0281.
.Check windshield washer fluidlevel. SeeWasher Fluid0286.
.Visually inspect windshield wiperblades for wear, cracking,or contamination. SeeExteriorCare0338.Replacewornordamaged wiper blades. SeeWiper Blade Replacement0291.
.Check tire inflation pressures.SeeTire Pressure0309.
.Check spare wheel retainer.If loose, tighten with a torquewrench to 4.5Y+/✓0.5 (40 lbin +/✓4.5 lb in).
.Inspect tire wear. SeeTireInspection0315.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect engine air cleaner filter.SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter0279.
.Inspect brake system. SeeExterior Care0338.
.Visually inspect steering,suspension, and chassiscomponents for damaged, loose,or missing parts or signs ofwear. SeeExterior Care0338.
.Check restraint systemcomponents. SeeSafety SystemCheck056.
.Visually inspect fuel system fordamage or leaks.
.Visually inspect exhaust systemand nearby heat shields forloose or damaged parts.
.Lubricate body components. SeeExterior Care0338.
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361Service Parts IdentificationLabel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 363
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the frontcorner of the instrument panel, onthe driver side of the vehicle. It canbe seen through the windshield fromoutside. The Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) also appears on theVehicle Certification and ServiceParts labels and certificates of titleand registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN isthe engine code. This codeidentifies the vehicle's engine,specifications, and replacementparts. See“Engine Specifications”underCapacities and Specifications0362for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
This label, on the rear load floor,behind the spare tire tub, has thefollowing information:
.Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN).
.Model designation.
.Paint information.
.Production options and specialequipment.
Do not remove this label from thevehicle.