Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools

WARNING!
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

Store the spare or flat tire in one of the ways shown below. Storage instructions will vary depending on the bolt that came with the vehicle and how it attaches to the vehicle.

This vehicle will have a slide in fastener or a screw in fastener.

    See also:

    SBZA Detection Zones
    The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 3.5 m (11 ft). This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 5 m (16 ft). The hei ...

    Additional Required Services At Each Fuel Stop
    • Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil. • Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant (4.6L Engine) or Engine Coolant (3.9L Engine). • Windshield washer fluid level check. See Windshi ...

    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also ...