Specifications

5. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle. Continue turning the lug wrench until
you feel more than two clicks. This indicates
that the compact spare tire is secure and the
cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be
overtightened.
6. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the lug wrench to tighten the cable.
Storing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the cable package from the jack
storage area.
2. Remove the small center cap by tapping the back
of the cap with the extension of the shaft, if the
vehicle has aluminum wheels.
3. Put the flat tire in the rear storage area with the
valve stem pointing toward the rear of the vehicle.
4. Pull the cable (A) through the door striker (E), the
center of the wheel (D), and the plastic spare tire
heat shield (C), as shown.
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