jacking points HONDA RIDGELINE 2017 2.G Quick Guide

HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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ANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
n Setting Up the Jack
1.
Place the jack under the jacking point closest to
the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in the
image) until the top of the jack contacts the jacking
point. Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and the
jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
Jack handle bar
Wheel nut wrench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone
underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call your dealer or a professional
towing service.
NOTICE
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely: •
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
•
Use the jack provided in your vehicle. Other jacks may not support the w\
eight (load) or fit the jacking point.
•
Do not use while the engine is running.
•
Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•
Use only at the jacking points.
•
Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
•
Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack. n
Replacing the Flat Tire
1.
Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2.
Mount the compact spare tire. Replace the wheel
nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3.
Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the
wheel nuts in the order indicated in the image. Go
around, tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order. Do not overtighten the wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the low tire
pressure/TPMS indicator appears. The indicator
stays on until a regular tire is installed.
n Storing the Flat Tire
1.
Remove the cap using a cloth-wrapped, flat-tipped
screwdriver.Cap
2. Place the spacer cone on the flat tire’s wheel
center, then mount the wheel using the wing bolt.
3.
Store the jack in the tire tray using the strap. Close
the tire tray and tighten the holding bolts.
4.
Store the center cap and tool kit in the in-bed trunkWing BoltSpacer Cone
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously i\
njure
the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING