Subaru Forester Manuals 2025 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 464

460 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
NOTE
. Make sure that the jack is well lubricated before using it.
. To take out the tools and spare tire, store the cargo area cover to the original position and open the underfloor storage compartment. Refer to“ Maintenance Tools” FP458.
6. Take out the under-floor storage compartment and turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out.
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9. Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engages firmly into the jackup point.
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NOTE
Carefully read“ Temporary Spare Tire” FP456 and strictly follow the instructions.
7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.
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10. Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary.
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8. Place the jack under the side sill at the front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat tire.
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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.