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Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal a Punctured Tire
Follow these directions closely for correct sealant usage.
1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a
Tire Goes Flat on page 5-83.
2. Inspect the damaged tire.
The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage, large
punctures, or a tire that has unseated from
the wheel. See Roadside Service on page 7-6.
Do not remove any objects that have penetrated
the tire.
3. Place the sealant and compressor kit on the ground
and unwrap the sealant/air hose (F) hose from the
compressor.
The sealant/air hose (F) is the top, clear hose.
4. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by
turning it counterclockwise.
5. Attach the sealant filling hose (F) onto the tire valve
stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Unwrap and plug the air compressor accessory
plug (E) into an accessory power outlet in the
vehicle. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on
page 3-21 for more information.
Do not slam the door or close the window on the
compressor accessory plug cord.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with
the climate control system off can cause
deadly carbon monoxide (CO). See Engine
Exhaust on page 2-47.
7. Start the vehicle. See Starting the Engine on
page 2-34 for more information. The vehicle must
be running while using the air compressor.
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