Flat tires
WARNING
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torque checked at the nearest automotive
service facility.
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.
12. Before putting the spare tire on, clean
the mounting surface of the wheel and hub
with a cloth.
1)
If the threaded part was damaged,
we recommend that you immedi-
ately contact your SUBARU dealer.
NOTE
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” FP495. 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
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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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.
CAUTION
13. Put on the spare tire. Replace the
wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.
Support holder