CHEVROLET 2012 Impala - Manual (Page 290)

Black plate (60,1) Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual - 2012
10-60 Vehicle Care
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
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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.
After the compact spare tire has
been installed on the vehicle, store
the flat tire in the trunk.
When storing a full-size tire, use the
extension with the extension
protector, located in the foam
holder, to help avoid wheel surface
damage.
To store a full-size tire:
1. Install the tools in their original
location in the trunk area and
secure.
2. Place the tire valve stem facing
down and the protector/guide
placed through a wheel bolt hole
and threaded onto the bolt
screw.
3. Remove the protector and attach
the retainer securely
4. Store the cover as far forward as
possible.
When storing a compact spare tire
in the trunk, put the protector back
in the foam holder.
The compact spare is for temporary
use only. Replace the compact
spare tire with a full-size tire as
soon as you can. See Compact
Spare Tire on page 10‑61. Use this
as a guide for storing the compact
spare tire and tools.
Compact Spare Tire
A. Cover
B. Retainer