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In case of emergency / Flat tires
12 . Put on the spare tire . Replace the wheel nuts . Tighten them by hand .
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 .
13 . Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle .
For the wheel nut tightening torque , refer to “ Tires ” F12-8 . Never use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque . Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility .
16 . Store the jack , jack handle and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations .
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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14 . Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque , following the tightening order in the illustration .
1 ) Support holder
15 . Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment . Install with the support holder facing upward and secure the flat tire by firmly tightening the attaching bolt .
NOTE
If you cannot fix the flat tire firmly , try turning the support holder upside down .
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with the warning message