9-4
In case of emergency / Flat tires
1) Jack handle
1) Under-floor storage compartment( if equipped)( Refer to“ Under-floor storage compartment” F6-12.)
2) Tool bucket 3) Spare tire
1) Wheel nut wrench 2) Screwdriver 3) Jack 4) Towing hook( eye bolt)
A jack handle is stored under the floor of the trunk. A jack and a towing hook are stored in the tool bucket that is located in the recess of the spare tire wheel. A screwdriver and a wheel nut wrench are stored in the vinyl bag. You can also store these tools in the tool bucket.
NOTE
For how to use the jack, refer to“ Flat tires” F9-4.
Flat tires
If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.
& Changing a flat tire WARNING
. Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The jack can come out of the jacking point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe accident.
. Use only the jack provided with your vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire. Never get under the vehicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack.
. Before using the jack, be sure that there are no occupants or cargo in the vehicle.
. Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle supported with