Tire Changing Tool
Tire Changing Tool
The jack, wheel brace and jack handle are stowed in the rear left corner of the luggage compartment. Remove the cover to access the tools.
To remove the jack, turn its shaft counterclockwise and pull the jack out of the storage bracket. To stow the jack, place it in the storage bracket and turn the shaft clockwise until the jack is securely held in place.
WARNING:
The jack should be used only to
change wheels. It is important to read
the jacking instructions in the
“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section of
this manual before attempting to use
the jack.
WARNING:
After using the jack, extension rod
and lug wrench, be sure to stow them
securely, or they could be thrown
about in an accident, causing injury.
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