SATURN OUTLOOK 2008 Owners Manual

3. The tire sealant and compressor kit is located on
the passenger side of the storage compartment.
4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from
the storage compartment by grabbing the handle
of the bag and pull up.
Tire Sealant
Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the
instructional label adhered to the sealant canister.
The sealant can temporarily seal a puncture up to
14inch (6 mm) in the tread area of the tire. The sealant
cannot seal sidewall damage, large punctures, or a
tire that has become unseated from the wheel.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 7-7.
The sealant can only be used to seal one tire.
After usage, the tire sealant canister and sealant/air
hose assembly must be replaced at a dealer/retailer.
See “Removal and Installation of Sealant Canister” later
in this section.
Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant
canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before
its expiration date. Replacement canisters are available
at your local dealer/retailer. See “Removal and
Installation of Sealant Canister” later in this section.
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Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inate a
Punctured Tire
Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
A. Selector Switch
B. On/Off Button
C. Air Pressure Gage
D. Tire Sealant
CanisterE. Air Compressor
Accessory Plug
F. Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
G. Air Only Hose1. Do a safety check. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat on
page 5-72.
2. Inspect the punctured tire.
The sealant can temporarily seal a puncture
up to14inch (6 mm) in the tread area of the tire.
The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage, large
punctures, or a tire that has become unseated from
the wheel. SeeRoadside Assistance Program on
page 7-7.
Do not remove any objects that have penetrated
the tire.
3. Place the tire sealant and compressor kit on the
ground and unwrap the sealant/air hose (F) from
the side of the compressor.
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The tire valve stem must be positioned between the
3 and 9 o’clock positions.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from the at tire by
turning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the sealant/air hose (F) onto the tire valve
stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Unwrap and plug the air compressor accessory
plug (E) into an accessory power outlet in the
vehicle. SeeAccessory Power Outlet(s) on
page 3-21.
{CAUTION:
Overination could cause the tire to rupture,
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to
read the inator instructions, and inate the
tire to its recommended pressure. Do not
exceed 35 psi (248 kPa).
7. Start the vehicle. SeeStarting the Engine on
page 2-27. The vehicle must be running while using
the air compressor.
{CAUTION:
Overination could cause the tire to rupture,
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to
read the inator instructions, and inate the
tire to its recommended pressure. Do not
exceed 36 psi (248 kPa).
8. Turn the selector switch (A) counterclockwise to the
sealant and air position.
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9. Push the On/Off button (B).
The tire sealant and compressor kit will inject
sealant and air into the tire. Sealant may leak from
the puncture until the vehicle is driven and the
hole has sealed.
The pressure gage (C) will initially show a high
pressure while the compressor pushes the sealant
into the tire. Once the sealant is completely
dispersed into the tire, the pressure will quickly drop
and start to rise again as the tire inates with air only.
10. Inate the tire to the recommended ination
pressure using the air pressure gage (E) on the top
of the unit. The recommended ination pressure
can be found on the Tire and Loading Information
label. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-56.
The pressure gage reading is slightly high while the
compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get
an accurate reading. The compressor may be turned
on and off until the correct pressure is reached.
Notice:If the recommended pressure cannot be
reached after 20 minutes, the vehicle should not
be driven farther. Damage to the tire is severe and
the sealant will not be effective. Remove the air
compressor plug from the accessory power outlet
and unscrew the inating hose from the tire valve.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 7-7for
more information.11. Turn the compressor off by pushing the On/Off
switch (B).
Steps 12 through 20 must be done immediately
after Step 11.
The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak
air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant
is distributed in the tire.
Be careful while handling the tire sealant and
compressor kit as they could be hot after usage.
12. Unplug the air compressor accessory plug (E) from
the accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
13. Disconnect the sealant/air hose (F) from the tire
valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and
replace the tire valve stem cap.
14. Wrap the sealant/air hose (F) around the air
compressor channel to stow it in its original location.
15. Stow the air compressor accessory plug (E)
back into place.
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16. If the at tire was
able to inate to the
recommended ination
pressure, remove the
maximum speed label
from the sealant
canister (B).
17. Place it in a highly visible location such as the
inside of the upper left corner of the windshield
or to the face of the radio/clock.
The maximum speed label reminds you to drive
cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until
you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired.
{CAUTION:
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.
18. Return the equipment to its original storage location
in your vehicle.
19. Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) to
distribute the sealant evenly in the tire.
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20. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure,
refer to Steps 1 through 8 under “Using the Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant
to Inate an Underinated Tire (Not Punctured)”
later in this section.
If the tire pressure has fallen more then 10 psi
(68 kPa), below the recommended ination pressure,
stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely
damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit
cannot seal the tire. SeeRoadside Assistance
Program on page 7-7for more information.
If the tire pressure has not dropped more than
10 psi (68 kPa) from the recommended ination
pressure, you can inate the tire back up to
the recommended ination pressure.
21. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire and
vehicle.
22. Dispose of the sealant canister (D) and sealant/air
hose (F) assembly at a local dealer/retailer or in
accordance with your local state codes and
practices.
23. After temporarily sealing a tire with the tire
sealant and compressor kit, take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer/retailer to have the tire
inspected and repaired or replaced.Using the Air Compressor without
Sealant to Inate an Underinated Tire
(Not Punctured)
To use the air compressor to inate a tire with air only
and not sealant:
Your tire sealant and compressor kit has an accessory
adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of
its housing that may be used to inate air mattresses,
balls, etc.
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A. Selector Switch
B. On/Off Button
C. Air Pressure Gage
D. Tire Sealant
CanisterE. Air Compressor
Accessory Plug
F. Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
G. Air Only Hose
1. Do a safety check. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat on
page 5-72.
2. Unwrap the air only hose (G) from the bottom of the
air compressor.
3. Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning it
counterclockwise.4. Attach the air only hose (G) onto the valve stem by
turning clockwise.
5. Remove the air compressor accessory plug (E)
from the unit.
6. Plug the air compressor accessory plug (E) into an
accessory power outlet in the vehicle. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 3-21for more information.
Do not slam the door or close the window on the
compressor accessory plug cord.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with
the climate control system off can cause
deadly carbon monoxide (CO). SeeEngine
Exhaust on page 2-37.
7. Start the vehicle. SeeStarting the Engine on
page 2-27. The vehicle must be running while
using the air compressor.
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{CAUTION:
Overination could cause the tire to rupture,
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to
read the inator instructions, and inate the
tire to its recommended pressure. Do not
exceed 35 psi (248 kPa).
8. Turn the selector switch (A) clockwise to the air
only position.
The tire sealant and compressor kit will inate the
tire with air only.
9. Push the On/Off button (B).10. Inate the tire to the recommended ination
pressure using the air pressure gage (E) on the
top of the unit. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-56.
The pressure gage reading is slightly high while the
compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get
an accurate pressure reading. The compressor may
be turned on and off until the correct pressure is
reached.
11. Turn off the air compressor by pushing the On/Off
button (B).
Be careful while handling the tire sealant and
compressor kit as they could be hot after usage.
12. Unplug the air compressor accessory plug and
wrap it back into place.
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{CAUTION:
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.
13. Disconnect the air only hose (G) from the tire valve
stem by turning it counterclockwise.
14. Wrap the air only hose (G) around the side of the
air compressor channel to stow it back in its
original location.
15. Return the equipment to its original storage location
of your vehicle.
Removal and Installation of the Sealant
Canister
To remove the sealant canister, do the following:
1. Unwrap the sealant/air hose from the compressor.
2. Push the canister release button.
3. Pull up and remove the canister.
4. Replace with a new canister. See your
dealer/retailer for the new canister.
5. Push the new canister into place.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes at, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’s
hazard warning ashers. SeeHazard Warning Flashers
on page 3-6for more information.
{CAUTION:
Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you
or other people. You and they could be badly
injured or even killed. Find a level place to
change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle
from moving:
1. Set the parking brake rmly.
2. Put the shift lever in P (Park).
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart
while the vehicle is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the
vehicle.
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CAUTION: (Continued)
To be even more certain the vehicle will not
move, you should put blocks at the front and
rear of the tire farthest away from the one
being changed. That would be the tire, on the
other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
When your vehicle has a at tire, use the following
example as a guide to assist you in the placement of
wheel blocks.
The following information tells you how to use the jack
and change a tire.
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