jacking INFINITI G35 2003 Owners Manual

Blocking wheels Place suitable blocks at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat
tire to prevent the vehicle from rolling when it is
jacked up.
WARNINGBe sure to block the wheel as the vehicle
may move and could cause personal
injury. Getting the spare tire and tools Remove jacking tools 1 and spare tire 2 from
the storage area located inside the trunk as
illustrated.
If spacers are equipped, remove them before
removing the spare tire.MCE0001 SCE0382A
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Jacking up vehicle and removing the
damaged tire Carefully read the caution label attached to
the jack body and the following instruc-
tions.
1. Place the jack directly under the jack-up
point as illustrated above so that top of the
jack contacts the vehicle at the jack up
point. Align the jack head between the two
notches in the front or the rear as shown.
Also fit the groove of the jack head between
the notches as shown.SCE0424A CE1089
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Stowing the damaged tire and tools Securely store the spare tire and jacking
equipment in the vehicle.
WARNINGO Always make sure that the spare tire
and jacking equipment are properly
secured after use. Such items can
become dangerous projectiles in an
accident or sudden stop.
O The T-type spare tire and small size spare tire are designed for emer-
gency use. See ªWheels and tiresº in
the ª8. Do-it-yourselfº section.
If needed Roadside Assistance is available.
Please see your Warranty Information Booklet
or Roadside Assistance I.D. Card for the toll-
free number to call (U.S.) or Warranty & Road-
side assistance information booklet (Canada). To start your engine with a booster battery, the
instructions and precautions below must be
followed.
WARNING O If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.
O Explosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
the battery.
O Do not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, cloth or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulphuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.
O Keep battery out of the reach of
children.SCE0384A SCE0425
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VEHICLE RECOVERY (Freeing a
stuck vehicle) After removing the front license plate (or the
bumper cover), securely install the towing
hook
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. (Located with jacking tools.)
Reinstall the license plate on the lower fitting
point.
WARNING O Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
O Do not spin your tires at high speed.
This could cause them to explode
and result in serious injury. Parts of
your vehicle could also overheat and
be damaged. CAUTION O Tow chains or cables must be at-
tached only to the main structural
members of the vehicle.
O Always pull the cable straight out
from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull on the vehicle at an angle.
O Pulling devices should be routed so
they do not touch any part of the
suspension, steering, brake or cool-
ing systems.
O Pulling devices such as ropes or can-
vas straps are not recommended for
use in vehicle towing or recovery.SCE0396A SCE0427
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