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DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING
ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS
DANGEROUS

The maximum load rating of your
tires is molded on the tire sidewall.
Do not exceed this rating. Follow
the loading instructions of the
manufacturer of your vehicle and
this will ensure that your tires are
not overloaded. Tires which are
loaded beyond their maximum
allowable loads for the particular
application will build up excessive
heat that may result in sudden tire
destruction. Do not exceed the
gross axle weight rating for any
axle on your vehicle.

TIRE ALTERATIONS

Do not make or allow to be made

any alterations on your tires.
Alterations may prevent proper
performance, leading to tire
damage which can result in an
accident. Tires which become
unserviceable due to alterations
such as truing, whitewall inlays,
addition of balancing or sealant
liquids, or the use of tire dressing
containing petroleum distillates
are excluded from warranty
coverage.

REPAIRS - WHEREVER
POSSIBLE, SEE YOUR TIRE
RETAILER AT ONCE

If any tire sustains a puncture,
have the tire demounted and
thoroughly inspected by a tire
retailer for possible damage that
may have occurred. A tread area
puncture in any passenger or light
truck tire can be repaired provided
that the puncture hole is not more
than 1/4” in diameter, not more
than one radial cable per casing
ply is damaged, and the tire has
not been damaged further by the
puncturing object or by running
underinflated. Tire punctures
consistent with these guidelines
should only be repaired by
following the US Tire

Manufacturers Association
(USTMA) recommended repair
procedures. Plug-only repairs
done on-the-wheel are considered
improper and therefore, not
recommended. Such repairs are
not reliable and may cause further
damage to the tire.

STORAGE

Tires contain waxes and
emollients to protect their outer
surfaces from ozone and weather
checking. As the tire rolls and
flexes, the waxes and emollients
continually migrate to the surface,
replenishing this protection
throughout the normal use of the
tire. Consequently, when tires sit
unused for long periods of time (a
month or more) their surfaces

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become dry and more susceptible
to ozone and weather checking
and the casing becomes
susceptible to flat spotting.

For

this reason, tires should always
be stored in a cool, dry, clean,
indoor environment. If storage
is for one month or more,
eliminate the weight from the
tires by raising the vehicle or by
removing the tires from the
vehicle. Failure to store tires in
accordance with these
instructions could result in
damage to your tires or
premature aging of the tires
and sudden tire failure.

When tires are stored, be sure they
are placed away from sources of
heat and ozone such as direct

sunlight, hot pipes and electric
generators. Be sure that surfaces
on which tires are stored are clean
and free from grease, gasoline or
other substances, which could
deteriorate the rubber. Failure to
store tires in accordance with
these instructions could result in
damage to your tires or premature
aging of the tires and sudden tire
failure.

FOLLOW THESE MOUNTING
RECOMMENDATIONS

Tire changing can be dangerous
and must be done by
professionally trained persons
using proper tools and
procedures as specified by the
US Tire Manufacturers
Association (USTMA). Single
or dual assemblies must be
completely deflated before
demounting.

Your tires should be mounted on
wheels of correct size and type
and which are in good, clean
condition. Wheels that are bent,
chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or
corroded (alloy wheels) may
cause tire damage. The inside of
the tire must be free from foreign

material. Have your retailer check
the wheels before mounting new
tires. Mismatched tires and rims
can explode during mounting.
Also, mismatched tires and rims
can result in dangerous tire failure
on the road. If a tire is mounted by
error on the wrong-sized rim, do
not remount it on the proper rim -
scrap it. It may have been
damaged internally (which is not
externally visible) by having been
dangerously stretched and could
fail on the highway.

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Old valves may leak. When new
tubeless tires are mounted,
have new valves of the correct
type installed. Tubeless tires
must only be mounted on
wheels designed for tubeless
tires i.e., wheels which have
safety humps or ledges.

It is recommended that you have
your tires and wheels balanced.
Tires and wheels, which are not
balanced, may cause steering
difficulties, a bumpy ride, and
irregular tire wear.

Be sure that all your valves
have suitable valve caps. The
valve cap is the primary seal
against air loss.

TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES

When using any temporary spare
tire, be sure to follow the vehicle
manufacturer’s instructions.

REMEMBER... TO AVOID
DAMAGE TO YOUR TIRES AND
POSSIBLE ACCIDENT:

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AT
LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH
WHEN TIRES ARE COLD AND
BEFORE LONG TRIPS.

DO NOT
UNDERINFLATE/OVERINFLATE.

DO NOT OVERLOAD.

DRIVE AT MODERATE

SPEEDS, OBSERVE LEGAL
LIMITS.

AVOID DRIVING OVER
POTHOLES, OBSTACLES,
CURBS OR EDGES OF
PAVEMENT.

AVOID EXCESSIVE WHEEL
SPINNING.

IF YOU SEE ANY DAMAGE TO
A TIRE, REPLACE WITH THE
SPARE AND VISIT ANY
AUTHORIZED RETAILER AT
ONCE.

IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR
AUTHORIZED RETAILER.

Highway Hazards

No matter how carefully you drive,
there is always the possibility that
you could eventually have a flat
tire on the highway. Drive slowly

to the closest safe area out of
traffic. This could further damage
the flat tire, but your safety is
more important.

If you feel a sudden vibration or
ride disturbance while driving, or
you suspect your tire or vehicle
has been damaged, immediately
reduce your speed. Drive with
caution until you can safely pull
off the road. Stop and inspect the
tires for damage. If a tire is
under-inflated or damaged,
deflate it, remove the wheel and
replace it with your spare tire and
wheel. If you cannot detect a
cause, have the vehicle towed to
the nearest repair facility or tire
dealer to have the vehicle
inspected.

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Tire and Wheel Alignment

A bad jolt from hitting a curb or
pothole can cause the front end
of your vehicle to become
misaligned or cause damage to
your tires. If your vehicle seems to
pull to one side when you are
driving, the wheels could be out of
alignment. Have an authorized
dealer check the wheel alignment
periodically.

Wheel misalignment in the front
or the rear can cause uneven and
rapid treadwear of your tires and
should be corrected by an
authorized dealer.

INSPECTING THE WHEEL
VALVE STEMS

Check the valve stems for holes,
cracks, or cuts that could permit
air leakage.

TIRE ROTATION

WARNING: 

If the tire label

shows different tire pressures for
the front and rear tires and the
vehicle has a tire pressure
monitoring system, then you
need to update the settings for
the system sensors. Always

perform the system reset
procedure after tire rotation. If
you do not reset the system, it
may not provide a low tire
pressure warning when
necessary.

Rotating your tires at the
recommended interval helps your
tires wear more evenly, providing
better tire performance and longer
tire life.

Note:

If your tires show any uneven

wear have the alignment checked
by an authorized dealer before
rotating tires.

Note:

If you have a dissimilar spare

wheel and tire assembly, it is
intended for temporary use only
and should not be used in a tire

rotation.

Note:

After having your tires

rotated check and adjust inflation
pressure to the vehicle
requirements.

Tire Rotation Diagram

Follow the diagram indicating the
correct tire locations for rotating
the tires.

Rear-wheel drive vehicles (front
tires on the left side of the
diagram).

Non-directional tires

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Vehicles equipped with
different size tires on the front
and rear axle

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WHAT IS THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT

The kit consists of an air compressor to
re-inflate the tire and a canister of sealing
compound that effectively seals most
punctures. This kit provides a temporary
tire repair allowing you to drive your vehicle
up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire
service location.

Note:

The temporary mobility kit contains

enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only. See an authorized
dealer for replacement sealant canisters.

TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: 

Depending on the type

and extent of tire damage, some tires
can only be partially sealed or not sealed
at all. Loss of tire pressure can affect
vehicle handling, leading to loss of
vehicle control.

WARNING: 

Do not use the kit on a

previously damaged tire, for example
when it has been driven under inflated.
This could cause loss of vehicle control,
personal injury or death.

WARNING: 

Do not run the engine

when operating the air compressor
unless the vehicle is outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than 0.24 in (6 mm) or damage to the tire's
sidewall.

Only punctures located within the tire
tread can be sealed with the kit.

Only use the kit supplied with your vehicle.

The temporary mobility kit contains
enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only.

After using the sealant, an authorized
dealer needs to replace the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve stem
on the wheel.

LOCATING THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT

The kit is located under the load floor in
the rear of the vehicle.

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 (If Equipped)

TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT COMPONENTS

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Air compressor (inside)

A

Selector switch

B

On and Off button

C

Air pressure gauge

D

Sealant bottle and canister

E

Dual purpose hose: air and repair

F

Tire valve connector

G

Accessory power plug

H

Casing/housing

I

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters

J

USING THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT

Tips for use of the kit

To make sure the kit operates safely and
properly, observe the following:

Before operating the kit, make sure
your vehicle is safely off the road and
away from moving traffic.

Do not remove any foreign objects,
such as nails or screws, from the tire.

Do not allow the compressor to
operate continuously for more than 15
minutes. This prevents the compressor
from overheating.

Only use the kit when the ambient
temperature is between -22°F (-30°C)
and 158°F (70°C).

Only use the sealing compound before
the use-by date. The use-by date is on
a label on the sealant canister and can
be seen through the rectangular
viewing window on the bottom of the
compressor. Check the use-by date
regularly and replace the canister when
the sealant expires.

Note:

Sealant compound contains latex.

Use appropriate precautions to avoid any
allergic reactions.

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Place the selector in the Air
position when inflating a tire or
other objects.

What to do when a tire is punctured

A tire puncture within the tire's tread area
can be repaired in two stages with the kit.

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 (If Equipped)

In the first stage, the tire is reinflated
with a sealing compound and air. After
the tire has been inflated, drive the
vehicle a short distance approximately
4 mi (6 km) to distribute the sealant in
the tire.

In the second stage, check the tire
pressure and adjust, if necessary, to the
vehicle's specified tire inflation
pressure.

First Stage: Reinflating the Tire
with sealing compound and air

WARNING: 

Do not stand directly

over the kit while inflating the tire. If you
notice any unusual bulges or
deformations in the tire's sidewall during
inflation, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING: 

If the tire does not

inflate to the recommended tire pressure
within 15 minutes, stop and call roadside
assistance.

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

Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking
brake and power off the vehicle. Inspect
the flat tire for visible damage.

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 casing/housing and place it on the
top of the instrument panel or the
center of the dash.

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6. Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant

position. Turn the kit on by pressing the
on/off button (B).

7.

Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on
the tire label located on the driver door
or the door jamb area. Check the final
tire pressure with the compressor
turned off to get an accurate pressure
reading.

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8. When the recommended tire pressure

is reached, turn off the kit, unplug the
power cable, and disconnect the hose
from the tire valve. Re-install the valve
cap on the tire valve and return the kit
to the rear of the vehicle.

9. Drive the vehicle 4 mi (6 km) to

distribute the sealant evenly inside the
tire.

Note:

If you experience any unusual

vibration, ride disturbance or noise while
driving, reduce your speed until you can
safely pull off to the side of the road to call
for roadside assistance. Do not proceed to
the second stage of this operation.

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 (If Equipped)

Second Stage: Checking the tire
pressure with the inflator kit

WARNING: 

If the tire does not

inflate to the recommended tire pressure
within 15 minutes, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING: 

The power plug may

get hot after use and should be handled
carefully when unplugging.

Check the air pressure of your tires as
follows:

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1.

Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve.

2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

onto the valve stem by turning
clockwise.

3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the

air position.

4. If required, turn on the compressor and

adjust the tire to the recommended
inflation pressure.

5. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve

cap on the tire and return the kit to the
rear of the vehicle.

What to do after the tire has been
sealed

After using the kit to seal your tire, replace
the sealant canister. Sealant canisters and
spare parts can be obtained at an
authorized dealer. Empty sealant canisters
may be disposed of at home. However,
canisters still containing liquid sealant
should be disposed of in accordance with
local waste disposal regulation.

Removal of the sealant canister from
the kit

E175984

1.

Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black
tube) from the compressor housing.

E175985

2. Unwrap the power cord.

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E175986

3. Remove the back cover.

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4. Rotate the sealant canister up 90

degrees and pull away from
casing/housing to remove.

Installation of the sealant canister to
the kit

1.

With the canister held perpendicular
to the housing, insert the canister
nozzle into the connector and push
until seated.

2. Rotate the canister 90 degrees down

into the housing/casing.

E175988

3. Snap the back cover back into place.

E175989

4. Wrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) around the channel on the
bottom of the housing/casing.

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5. Wrap the power cord around the

housing and stow the accessory power
plug.

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 (If Equipped)

WHAT IS THE TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM

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The tire pressure monitoring
system measures the vehicle's
tire pressures. A warning lamp

illuminates if one or more tires are
significantly underinflated or if there is a
system malfunction.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM OVERVIEW

WARNING: 

Under-inflation is the

most common cause of tire failures and
may result in severe tire cracking, tread
separation or blowout, with unexpected
loss of vehicle control and increased risk
of injury. Under-inflation increases
sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,
resulting in heat buildup and internal
damage to the tire. It also may result in
unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear,
loss of vehicle control and accidents. A
tire can lose up to half of its air pressure
and not appear to be flat!

WARNING: 

To determine the

required pressure(s) for your vehicle, see
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (on the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post or the door edge that
meets the door-latch post, next to the
driver seat) or the Tire Label on the
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.

Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires).

As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check
your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence
will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

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When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.

WARNING: 

Changes or

modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with License exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:

1.

This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

2. This device must accept any

interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: 

The tire pressure

monitoring system is not a substitute for
manually checking tire pressures. You
should periodically check tire pressures
using a pressure gauge. Failure to
correctly maintain tire pressures could
increase the risk of tire failure, loss of
control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury.

WARNING: 

Do not use the tire

pressure displayed in the information
display as a tire pressure gauge. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.

Note:

The use of tire sealants can damage

the tire pressure monitoring system.

Note:

If the tire pressure monitor sensor

becomes damaged it may not function.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

When the outside temperature drops
significantly, the tire pressure could
decrease and activate the low tire pressure
warning lamp.

The warning lamp could also illuminate
when you use a spare wheel, or tire sealant
from the inflator kit.

Note:

Regularly checking the vehicle tire

pressures can reduce the possibility for the
warning lamp to illuminate due to outside
air temperature changes.

Note:

After you inflate the tires to the

recommended pressure it could take up to
two minutes of driving over 20 mph
(32 km/h) for the warning indicator to turn
off.

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VIEWING THE TIRE
PRESSURES

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To view the current tire pressures,
use the information display or
touchscreen.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM –
TROUBLESHOOTING

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM – WARNING LAMPS

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The low tire pressure warning
lamp has combined functions,
as it warns you when your tires

need air, and when the system is no longer
capable of functioning as intended.

Action Required

Possible Cause

Warning Lamp

After inflating your tires to the manufac-
turer’s recommended pressure as shown
on the tire label, on the edge of driver
door or the B-pillar, drive your vehicle for
at least two minutes over 20 mph
(32 km/h) before the light turns off.

One or more tires are

significantly under

inflated

Solid warning lamp

Repair the damaged road wheel and tire
and refit it to your vehicle to restore
operation of the system.

Temporary spare wheel

in use

Solid warning lamp
or flashing warning

lamp

If the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire pressures and the temporary
spare wheel is not in use, the system
detected a fault that requires service.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

Tire pressure monitoring

system malfunction

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended

pressure as shown on the tire label, on the edge of the driver

door or the B-pillar, drive your vehicle for at least two minutes

over 20 mph (32 km/h) before the light turns off.

Tire Pressure Low

The system has detected a fault that requires service.  Have

your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Tire Pressure Monitor

Fault

The system has detected a fault that requires service or a

spare tire is in use.  Have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Tire Pressure Sensor

Fault

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CHANGING A FLAT TIRE

 (IF

EQUIPPED)

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

Have a flat serviced by an authorized
dealer to prevent damage to the tire
pressure monitoring system sensors. See

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Overview

 (page 353).  Replace the spare

tire with a road tire as soon as possible.
During repairing or replacing the flat tire,
have an authorized dealer inspect the tire
pressure monitoring system sensor for
damage.

Note:

Only use tire sealants in roadside

emergencies as they may damage the tire
pressure monitoring system sensor. If you
use a sealant, use the Tire Mobility Kit
sealant. Replace the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve stem
on the wheel by an authorized dealer after
use of the sealant.

Note:

The tire pressure monitoring system

indicator illuminates when the spare tire is
in use. To restore the full functionality of the
monitoring system, all road wheels with tire
pressure monitoring sensors must be
mounted on the vehicle.

Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information

WARNING: 

Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death.

If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and
tire, then it is intended for temporary use
only. This means that if you need to use it,
replace it as soon as possible with a road
wheel and tire assembly that is the same
size and type as the road tires and wheels
that were originally provided on your
vehicle. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel
is damaged, replace it instead of repairing
it.

A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
is defined as a spare wheel and tire
assembly that is different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:

1.

T-type mini-spare:

 This spare tire

begins with the letter T for tire size and
could have Temporary Use Only molded
in the sidewall.

2.

Full-size dissimilar spare with label

on wheel:

 This spare tire has a label on

the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY.

When driving with one of the dissimilar
spare tires listed above, do not:

Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

Load the vehicle beyond the maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.

Tow a trailer.

Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.

Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.

Use commercial car washing
equipment.

Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.

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Using a dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly can compromise the
effectiveness of the following:

Handling, stability and braking
performance.

Comfort and noise.

Ground clearance and parking at curbs.

Winter weather driving capability.

Wet weather driving capability.

All-wheel driving capability, if
applicable.

3.

Full-size dissimilar spare without

label on wheel

When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:

Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).

Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time.

Use commercial car washing
equipment.

Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.

Using a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and
tire assembly can compromise the
effectiveness of the following:

Handling, stability and braking
performance.

Comfort and noise.

Ground clearance and parking at curbs.

Winter weather driving capability.

Wet weather driving capability.

All-wheel driving capability.

When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:

Towing a trailer.

Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.

Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.

Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.

Tire Change Procedure

WARNING: 

The jack supplied with

this vehicle is only intended for changing
a flat tire in an emergency. Do not
attempt to do any other work on your
vehicle when it is supported by the jack,
as your vehicle could slip off the jack.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death.

WARNING: 

To help prevent your

vehicle from moving when changing a
wheel, shift the transmission into park
(P), set the parking brake and use an
appropriate block or wheel chock to
secure the wheel diagonally opposite to
the wheel being changed. For example,
when changing the front left wheel,
place an appropriate block or wheel
chock on the right rear wheel.

WARNING: 

Never place anything

between the vehicle jack and your
vehicle.

WARNING: 

Never place anything

between the vehicle jack and the ground.

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WARNING: 

Do not attempt to

change a tire on the side of the vehicle
close to moving traffic. Pull far enough
off the road to not obstruct the flow of
traffic and avoid the danger of being hit
when operating the jack or changing the
wheel.

WARNING: 

Do not get under a

vehicle that is supported by a jack.

WARNING: 

Only use the specified

jacking points. If you use any other
locations you could damage vehicle
components, such as brake lines.

WARNING: 

Only use the jack

provided as original equipment with your
vehicle.

WARNING: 

It is recommended that

the wheels of the vehicle be chocked,
and that no person should remain in a
vehicle that is being jacked.

WARNING: 

Make sure there is no

grease or oil on the threads or the
surface between the wheel studs and
the wheel nuts. This can cause the wheel
nuts to loosen while driving.

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Note:

The jack does not require

maintenance or additional lubrication over
the service life of your vehicle.

Note:

Passengers should not remain in your

vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

1.

Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.

2. Place the transmission in park (P) and

turn the engine off. For vehicles with a
manual transmission, place the
transmission in reverse (R) after the
engine is turned off.

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3. Block the wheels diagonally opposite

the flat tire. For example, if the left
front tire is flat, block the right rear
wheel.

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4. Open the luggage compartment and

lift the access panel

5. Remove the lug wrench, spare tire and

jack.

6. Remove the center ornament from the

wheel if required to access the lug nuts.

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7.

To remove the wrench from the jack,
turn the hex nut on the jack
counterclockwise. This lowers the jack
and loosen the mechanical lock.

8. Unfold the wrench.

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9. Loosen each wheel nut one-half turn

counterclockwise but do not remove
them until the wheel is raised off the
ground.

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Note:

Jack at the specified locations to

avoid damage to the vehicle.

10.

The vehicle jacking points are shown
here, and can be identified by the
triangle markings on the vehicle.
Details are depicted on the warning
label on the jack.

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11.

Place the jack at the jacking point
next to the tire you are changing. Turn
the jack handle clockwise until the
wheel is completely off the ground.

12.

Remove the wheel nuts with the lug
wrench.

13.

Replace the flat tire with the spare
tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward.

14.

Reinstall wheel nuts until the wheel
is snug against the hub. Do not fully
tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel
has been lowered.

15.

Lower the wheel by turning the jack
handle counterclockwise.

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2

3

4

5

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16.

Remove the jack and fully tighten the
wheel nuts in the order shown. See

Wheel Nuts

 (page 361).

17.

To store the folded wrench on the
jack, engage the bracket of the jack
base on the wrench feature as shown.
Swing the wrench upwards and
adjust the height of the jack until the
pin engages the hole. Tighten the hex
nut clockwise by hand until secure.

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18.

Put the flat tire, wheel ornament, jack
and lug wrench away. Make sure the
jack is fastened so it does not rattle
when you drive.

19.

Unblock the wheel.

WHEEL NUTS

WARNING: 

When you install a

wheel, remove any corrosion, dirt or
foreign materials present on the
mounting surfaces of the wheel or the
surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or
brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make
sure to secure any fasteners that attach
the rotor to the hub so they do not
interfere with the mounting surfaces of
the wheel. Installing wheels without
following these steps can cause the
wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to
come off while your vehicle is in motion,
resulting in loss of vehicle control,
personal injury or death.

 lb.ft (Nm)

1

Bolt Size

150 lb.ft (204 Nm)

M14 x 1.5

Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only our

recommended replacement fasteners.

Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 mi (160 km) after any wheel
disturbance, such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal.

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Hub pilot bore.

A

Inspect the wheel pilot hole and
mounting surface prior to installation.
Remove any visible corrosion or loose
particles.

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™

Specification

Measurement

138 in³ (2,261 cm³)

Engine Displacement.

1-3-4-2

Firing order.

Coil on plug

Ignition system.

0.026 in (0.65 mm) - 0.030 in (0.75 mm)

Spark plug gap.

10.634:1

Compression ratio.

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 5.0L

Specification

Measurement

307 in³ (5,038 cm³)

Engine displacement.

1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2

Firing order.

Coil on plug

Ignition system.

0.049 in (1.25 mm) - 0.053 in (1.35 mm)

Spark plug gap.

12.0:1

Compression ratio.

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SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS

Base Vehicle (Non-Performance Pack) Coupe and Convertible without Active
Damping System

Front Alignment

Total Toe

Camber Left -

Right

Camber

Caster Left -

Right

Caster

0.00° (+/-

0.20°)

0.0° (+/-0.75°)

-1.0° (+/-

0.75°)

0.0° (+/- 0.75°)

7.1° (+/- 0.75°)

Rear Alignment

Thrust Angle

Total Toe

Toe Left / Right

Camber

0.00° (+/- 0.50°)

0.24° (+/- 0.20°)

0.12° (+/- 0.20°)

- 1.5° (+/- 0.75°)

Performance Pack Convertible without Active Damping System

Front Alignment

Total Toe

Camber Left -

Right

Camber

Caster Left -

Right

Caster

0.00° (+/-

0.20°)

0.0° (+/-0.75°)

-1.0° (+/-

0.75°)

0.0° (+/- 0.75°)

7.1° (+/- 0.75°)

Rear Alignment

Thrust Angle

Total Toe

Toe Left / Right

Camber

0.00° (+/- 0.50°)

0.24° (+/- 0.20°)

0.12° (+/- 0.20°)

- 1.5° (+/- 0.75°)

Performance Pack Coupe without Active Damping System

Front Alignment

Total Toe

Camber Left -

Right

Camber

Caster Left -

Right

Caster

0.00° (+/-

0.20°)

0.0° (+/-0.75°)

-1.0° (+/-

0.75°)

0.0° (+/- 0.75°)

7.0° (+/- 0.75°)

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Rear Alignment

Thrust Angle

Total Toe

Toe Left / Right

Camber

0.00° (+/- 0.50°)

0.24° (+/- 0.20°)

0.12° (+/- 0.20°)

- 1.5° (+/- 0.75°)

Performance Pack Coupe and convertible with Active Damping System

Front Alignment

Total Toe

Camber Left -

Right

Camber

Caster Left -

Right

Caster

0.00° (+/-

0.20°)

0.0° (+/-0.75°)

-1.0° (+/-

0.75°)

0.0° (+/- 0.75°)

7.1° (+/- 0.75°)

Rear Alignment

Thrust Angle

Total Toe

Toe Left / Right

Camber

0.00° (+/- 0.5°)

0.24° (+/- 0.20°)

0.12° (+/- 0.20°)

- 1.5° (+/- 0.75°)

Feature Car Coupe and Convertible with Handling Package

Front Alignment

Total Toe

Camber Left -

Right

Camber

Caster Left -

Right

Caster

0.10° (+/-

0.20°)

0.0° (+/-0.75°)

-1.2° (+/- 0.75°)

0.0° (+/- 0.75°)

7.1° (+/- 0.75°)

Rear Alignment

Thrust Angle

Total Toe

Toe Left / Right

Camber

0.00° (+/- 0.50°)

0.30° (+/- 0.20°)

0.15° (+/- 0.20°)

- 1.2° (+/- 0.75°)

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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™

Part Number

Component

FA-2067

Air filter element.

BAGM-48H6-760

Battery.

FP-78

Cabin air filter.

FL-2127

Oil filter.

1

SP-597-X

Spark plugs.

WW-1964-A (passenger side)

Windshield wiper blade.

WW-2160-A (driver side)

If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that aligns to SAE/USCAR – 36

Performance Specifications. Filter Type B.

We recommend Motorcraft parts that are available at your authorized dealer or at
www.fordparts.com. We engineer these parts for your vehicle to meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance, emissions and
durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of other parts.

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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 5.0L

Part Number

Component

FA-2066

Air filter element.

BAGM-48H6-760

Battery.

FP-78

Cabin air filter.

FL-500-S

Oil filter.

1

SP-589

Spark plugs.

WW-1964-A (passenger side)

Windshield wiper blade.

WW-2160-A (driver side)

If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that aligns to SAE/USCAR – 36

Performance Specifications. Filter Type C.

We recommend Motorcraft parts that are available at your authorized dealer or at
www.fordparts.com. We engineer these parts for your vehicle to meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance, emissions and
durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of other parts.

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ENGINE OIL CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™

Use oil that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade.

If you do not use oil that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade, it could
result in:

Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover.

Longer engine cranking periods.

Increased emission levels.

Reduced vehicle performance.

Reduced fuel economy.

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An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.

We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not
available, use motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that display
the API Certification Mark for gasoline
engines.

Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that your
vehicle warranty does not cover.

Capacities

Including the Oil Filter

Variant

6.0 qt (5.7 L)

All.

When tracking your vehicle, oil change information and intervals are in the Track Use
chapter.  See 

Track Use

 (page 313).

Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M2C961-A1

Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil / Huile moteur
SAE 5W-30 Motorcraft®(Canada)
XO-5W30-Q1SP, XO-5W30-Q1FS(U.S.)
CXO-5W30-LSP6, CXO-5W30-LFS6(Canada)

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Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates

To improve engine cold start performance,

we recommend that you use the following
alternative engine oil in extremely cold
climates, where the ambient temperature
reaches -22.0°F (-30°C) or below.

Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M2C963-A1

Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30

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Note:

If you use your vehicle regularly above

the altitude of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) and under
the temperature of -4.0°F (-20°C), it is
recommended to use the alternative engine
oil.

ENGINE OIL CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION - 5.0L

Use oil that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade.

If you do not use oil that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade, it could
result in:

Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover.

Longer engine cranking periods.

Increased emission levels.

Reduced vehicle performance.

Reduced fuel economy.

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An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.

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We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not
available, use motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that display
the API Certification Mark for gasoline

engines.

Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that your
vehicle warranty does not cover.

Capacities

Including the Oil Filter

Variant

10.0 qt (9.5 L)

5.0L

Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M2C961-A1

Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil / Huile moteur
SAE 5W-30 Motorcraft®(Canada)
XO-5W30-Q1SP, XO-5W30-Q1FS(U.S.)
CXO-5W30-LSP6, CXO-5W30-LFS6(Canada)

Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates

To improve engine cold start performance,
use the following engine oil in climates
where the ambient temperature reaches
-22.0°F (-30°C) or below.

Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M2C963-A1

Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30

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Note:

If you use your vehicle regularly above

the altitude of 7,500 ft (2,286 m) and under
the temperature of -4.0°F (-20°C), it is
recommended to use the alternative engine
oil.

COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™

Use coolant that meets the defined
specification.

If you do not use coolant that meets the
defined specification, it could result in:

Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover.

Reduced vehicle performance.

Capacities

Quantity

Variant

10.46 qt (9.9 L)

Base vehicle.

10.99 qt (10.4 L)

Performance vehicle.

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Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M97B57-A2

Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)

COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION - 5.0L

Use coolant that meets the defined
specification.

If you do not use coolant that meets the
defined specification, it could result in:

Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover.

Reduced vehicle performance.

Capacities

Quantity

Variant

12.3 qt (11.6 L)

Base vehicle with automatic transmission.

12.8 qt (12.1 L)

Performance vehicle with automatic
transmission.

11.7 qt (11.1 L)

Manual transmission.

Materials

Specification

Name

WSS-M97B57-A2

Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)

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