Wheels and tires – FORD 2015 Focus Electric User Manual

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Preparation: Park the vehicle in a safe, level
and secure area, away from moving traffic.

Switch the hazard lights on. Apply the
parking brake and switch the engine off.
Inspect the flat tire for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use
appropriate precautions to avoid any
allergic reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has
pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in
the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside
assistance.

1.

Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve.

2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the back of the compressor
housing.

3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by

turning the connector clockwise.
Tighten the connection securely.

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4. Plug the power cable into the 12-volt

power point in the vehicle.

5. Remove the warning sticker found on

the canister and place it on the top of
the instrument panel or the center of
the dash.

6. Start the vehicle and leave the engine

running so the compressor does not
drain the vehicle’s battery.

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7.

Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant
position. Switch the kit on by pressing
the on/off button (B).

8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on

the tire label located on the driver door
or the door jamb area. The initial air
pressure gauge reading may indicate
a value higher than the label pressure
while you pump the sealing compound
into the tire. This is normal and should
be no reason for concern. The pressure

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