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Practical hints
Flat tire
Lowering the vehicle
̈ Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-
terclockwise until the full weight of the
vehicle is resting on the ground.
̈ Remove the jack.
1 - 5 Wheel bolts
̈ Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly,
following the diagonal sequence
illustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are
tight. Observe a tightening torque
of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm).
Before storing the jack, it should be fully
collapsed, with handle folded in (storage
position) (
୴ page 415).
̈ Store the jack and the other vehicle
tools in the trunk.
Warning! G
Have the tightening torque checked after
changing a wheel. The wheels could come
loose if they are not tightened to a torque of
80 lb-ft (110 Nm).