Subaru Ascent Manuals 2023 Ascent Owner's Manual | Page 461

Flat tires 455
WARNING
Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed . This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident .
14 . Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle .
the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility .
WARNING
Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger compartment after changing wheels . In a sudden stop or collision , loose equipment could strike occupants and cause injury . Store the tire and all tools in the proper place .
& Tire pressure monitoring system ( TPMS ) ( U . S . -spec . models )
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WARNING
15 . Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque , following the tightening order in the illustration . For the wheel nut tightening torque , refer to “ Tires ” FP526 . Never use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque . Have
Do not use the extension when turning the wheel nuts . If you did , you would not be able to achieve sufficient tightening torque . The wheel nuts could then come loose , resulting in a serious accident .
16 . Store the flat tire in the spare tire holder . Refer to “ Removing the spare tire ” FP447 for its location , instructions and precautions .
17 . Store the jack , jack handle and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations .
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with the warning message indicated by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low .
In case of emergency
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