5. Attach the strap to the
cargo tie-downs in the
rear of the vehicle.
6. Tighten the tie-down strap.Storing the Compact Spare Tire
and Tools
Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the
compact spare tire once you are done using it.
A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Spare Tire
D. Wing NutE. Jack and Wheel
Wrench
F. Strap
G. Bolt
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1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 2-13for
more information.
2. Install the strap (F) on the oor of the spare tire
compartment.
3. Place the jack and wheel wrench (E) over the
bolt (G), making sure the strap is securely
stored, under the jack and wheel wrench.
4. Secure the jack and wheel wrench (E) with the
wing nut (D).
5. With the valve stem up, place the spare tire (C)
on the compartment oor.
6. Make sure the bolt (G) passes through the
wheel center.
7. Install the spare tire cover (B).
8. Secure the spare tire and tools with the retainer (A).
The compact spare tire storage area is designed only
for the compact spare tire, the standard tire cannot
be stored there.Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully in ated when
your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the in ation pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make sure
your spare tire is correctly in ated. The compact spare
is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph
(80 km/h), so you can nish your trip and have your
full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want.
Of course, it is best to replace your spare with a full-size
tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer
and be in good shape in case you need it again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get
caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and
wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.
Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They will not t. Keep your
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains
on your compact spare.
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