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Portable Air Compressor Usage With Inflatable Spare
Tire
1. Remove the Portable Air Compressor from the storagelocation.
2. Raise the vehicle as described in theJacking Instructions within this sec-
tion. 3. Install the Inflatable Spare tire as
described in the Jack Instructions
section in this manual. Make sure
that the valve stem is located near
the ground, and then screw the air
hose of the Portable Air compressor
to the valve stem.
4. Uncoil the power plug and connect it the vehicles 12 Volt power Outlet.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In
case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy-
sician immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of
reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth imme-
diately with plenty of water and drink plenty of
water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician
immediately.
Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hose to reach the
valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the
ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit when running the air pump. Move the vehicle as
necessary to place the valve stem in this position
before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK and cycle the ignition in the OFF position.
4. Ensure the park brake is engaged.
Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Remove the Tire Service Kit from the storage location. 2. Uncoil the Sealant/Air Hose. Re-move the cap from the valve stem
and then screw the fitting in at the
end of the Sealant/Air Hose clock-
wise onto the valve stem.
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3. Uncoil the Power Plug and insertthe plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt
power outlet.
4. Place the Tire Service Kit on the ground next to the deflated tire.
5. Engage parking brake before turning the engine ON. 6. Always start the engine beforeturning ON the Tire Service Kit. 7. Turn the Mode Select Knob to Air
Mode position.
NOTE: Do not fill inflatable spare tire with sealant. Refer
to “Tire Service Kit” in this chapter for repairing tires.
8. Switch the power button ON.
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WARNING!(Continued)
reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth imme-
diately with plenty of water and drink plenty of
water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician
immediately.
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hose to reach the
valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the
ground. This will provide the best positioning of the
kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary
to place the valve stem in this position before proceed-
ing.
3. Place the transmission in PARK and cycle the ignition in the OFF position.
4. Set the parking brake.
Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
2. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
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3. Remove the cap from the valvestem and then screw the fitting at
the end of the Sealant Hose onto the
valve stem.
4. Uncoil the Power Plug and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt
power outlet.
NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or
nails) from the tire. Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
1. Always start the engine beforeturning ON the Tire Service Kit.
2. Ensure the Mode Select Knob is to the Sealant Mode position.
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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
50 mph (80 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 50 mph (80
km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to
follow this warning can result in injuries that are
serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others
around you. Have the tire checked as soon as pos-
sible at an Authorized Dealer. After Driving:
Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop
To Use Tire Service Kit” in this section before continuing.
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose and then remove the cap from
the fitting at the end of the hose.
2. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
3. Remove the cap from the valvestem and then screw the fitting at
the end of the Sealant Hose onto the
valve stem.
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4. Uncoil the power plug and insertthe plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt
power outlet.
5. Uncoil the Hose and screw the fit- ting at the end of hose onto the
valve stem. 6. Turn the Mode Select Knob and
turn to the Air Mode position.
7. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge.
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 assistance.
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MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULE SERVICING .................613
▫ Maintenance Plan .....................615
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...........617
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........618
▫ Checking Oil Level ....................619
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................619
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............620
DEALER SERVICE ..................... .621
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .622
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .624▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................625
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............625
▫ Body Lubrication .....................627
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............627
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .628
▫ Cooling System ..................... .630
▫ Brake System ....................... .636
▫ Automatic Transmission ................637
RAISING THE VEHICLE .................639
TIRES .............................. .639
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