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3. Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing
the button with your index nger and pulling on the
end of the wrench. You must do this before using the
wheel wrench.
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. It is recommended a safety check is done before
proceeding. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-86
for more information.
2. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that
has plastic wheel nut caps, then loosen the plastic
nut caps. You may need to use the wheel wrench
to loosen them. Do not pry off wheel covers or
center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps.
3. Remove the wheel cover or center cap from the
wheel to locate the wheel nuts.
If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap without
plastic wheel nut caps, gently pry on the edge of
the plastic wheel trim to remove it from the wheel to
nd the wheel nuts.
Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the at is
repaired or replaced.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools
Storing a Flat Tire and Tools — All
Models Except GXP and Retractable
Hardtop
{CAUTION:
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.
To store the at tire and jack in the compact spare tire
compartment:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve)
from the jack and remove the center cap from the
wheel.3. Collapse the wrench using the same button used to
extend it.
4. Attach the wrench to the jack by placing the tab on
the wrench into the hole on the side of the jack.
Then place the wrench handle over the tab on the
side of the jack.
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A. Cover
B. Wing Nut
C. Extension
D. Flat Tire (valve stem up)
E. Nut
F. Jack
G. Bolt
The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace
the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon
as you can. SeeCompact Spare Tire on page 5-101.
Storing a Flat Tire and Tools — GXP
and Retractable Hardtop Models
To store the at tire and jack in the compact spare tire
compartment:
1. Make sure the retractable hardtop is in the up
position.
2. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
3. If you have a retractable hardtop model, unlatch the
trunk cargo cover so that it is in the open position.
4. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve)
from the jack and remove the center cap from the
wheel.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-4
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-89
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-87
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-57
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-14
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-15
General Motors...........................................7-15
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-76
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................1-77
Retained Accessory Power...............................2-22
Retractable Hardtop........................................2-44
Lowering....................................................2-44
Raising......................................................2-47
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-20
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-15
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................2-36S
Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-31
Safety Belts
Care of ....................................................5-104
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-19
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-28
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-35
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seatback Latches............................................. 1-9
Seats
60/40 Split Bench Seat.................................1-12
Easy Entry Seat..........................................1-10
Heated Seats............................................... 1-6
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-5
Power Lift Seat...........................................1-12
Power Seat.................................................. 1-5
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-6
Seatback Latches.......................................... 1-9
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-56
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-58
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Theft-Deterrent Systems (cont.)
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-17
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer............2-19
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation................................................2-19
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Time, Setting..................................................3-53
Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-37
Tires.............................................................5-59
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning........................5-107
Buying New Tires........................................5-78
Chains.......................................................5-84
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-86
Cleaning...................................................5-107
Compact Spare Tire...................................5-101
Different Size..............................................5-80
High-Speed Operation..................................5-68
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-85
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-67
Inspection and Rotation................................5-76
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-89
Pressure Monitor Operation...........................5-71
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-69
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-89
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-87Tires (cont.)
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-94
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-61
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-64
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-80
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-82
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-83
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-77
Winter Tires................................................5-60
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-26
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-30
Your Vehicle...............................................4-26
Traction
Control System Active Light
..........................3-36
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-7
Control System Warning Light.......................3-36
Stabilitrak
®System........................................ 4-6
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-29
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-26
Trip Odometer................................................3-30
Trunk............................................................2-12
Trunk Lamps..................................................3-17
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
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