Roadside emergencies – FORD 2003 Expedition v.4 User Manual

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CHANGING THE TIRES

If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.

The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may
compromise the integrity of your tires. The use of tire sealants

may also affect your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped).

Spare tire information

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be used as a spare or
a regular tire. If your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, the spare wheel is
identical to the other wheels on your vehicle. If your vehicle is not
equipped with TPMS, the spare wheel does not have a TPMS sensor and
will not match the other wheels.

If your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, have the flat tire serviced by a
dealer or qualified technician so the TPMS sensor will not be damaged.
Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible.

Location of the spare tire and tools

The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following
locations:

Item

Location

Spare tire

Under the vehicle, just forward of
the rear bumper

Jack tools and jacking instructions Under the access panel located in

the floor compartment behind the
rear seat

Removing the jack and tools

1. Open the liftgate, then locate the access panel on the floor behind the
3rd row seat. Unlatch and remove the panel.

2. Remove the jack and tools assembly tray from the compartment by
turning the wing-nut counterclockwise to relieve tension against the jack
assembly tray.

3. Unsnap the wheel lug nut wrench, jack extension and handle from the
plastic tray. Remove the jack and instruction sheet from the tray
assembly.

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