9-6
In case of emergency/Flat tires
dent.
1. Park on a hard, level surface, when-
ever possible, then stop the engine.
2. Apply the parking brake securely and
shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models)
or the select lever to the “P” (Park) position
(CVT models).
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and
have everyone get out of the vehicle.
NOTE
Make sure that the jack is well lubri-
cated before using it.
7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel
nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.
6. Take out the tool bucket and turn the
attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take
the spare tire out.
NOTE
4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear
of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire.
5. Take out the jack, jack handle and
wheel nut wrench.
The tools and the spare tire are stored
under the cargo area. Refer to “Mainte-
nance tools” F9-3.
If the spare tire provided in your vehicle
is a temporary spare tire, carefully read
“Temporary spare tire” F9-2 and
strictly follow the instructions.
Jack-up points
8. Place the jack under the side sill at the
front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat
tire.