Flat Tires 431 vehicle higher than necessary .
11 . Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire .
12 . Before putting the spare tire on , clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth .
13 . 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 .
14 . Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle .
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 ” FP507 . 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 .
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16 . 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 .
17 . Store the jack , jack handle and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations .
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In Case of Emergency
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