Tirefit tire repair and jackin tirefit
Small punctures, particularly those in the tread, can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
1. TIREFIT sealant bottle 2. Air pump flap 3. Recess in air pump 4. Power plug and cable 5. Air pump hose with pressure gauge 6. Hose connection on sealant bottle
WARNING! Cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in. (4 mm), tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire pressure or on a flat tire, or a damaged wheel can pose a hazard while driving. TIREFIT should not be used in such circumstances. Do not drive the vehicle under such circum- stances. Contact your nearest authorized dealer for assis- tance. Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes or clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin: It causes skin, eye and respiratory irritation. Any contact with eyes or skin should be flushed immediately with plenty of water. If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT, change clothing as soon as possible. In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately. Keep away from open flame or heat source.
Sealing tire with TIREFIT
1. Set the parking brake and turn on the hazard warning flashers. 2. Move the transmission selector lever to the PARK position (manual transmission to FIRST or REVERSE gear) and turn off the engine. 3. Remove the TIREFIT kit and electric air pump from the area below the cargo compartment carpet. 4. Open flap (2) on the electric air pump. 5. Pull the power plug (4) and air hose (5) along with the pressure gauge out of the air pump housing. 6. Screw the air hose (5) onto the hose connection on the TIREFIT sealant bottle (1). 7. Holding the sealant bottle by the top, insert it down- wards into the recess (3) on the air pump.
8. Unscrew the valve cap from the valve on the deflated tire. 9. Screw the filler hose from the sealant bottle on the tire valve. 10. Insert the power plug (4) into the power point on the instrument panel. 11. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position. 12. Press the switch on the air pump to 1. The air pump should start to inflate the tire. 13. After five minutes, the tire should be inflated to at least 26 psi (180 kPa) on the pressure gauge. 14. If the tire doesn’t inflate to this level, press the air pump switch to 0, disconnect the TIREFIT system from the tire, and drive the vehicle back and forth approxi- mately 30 feet (9 m) to distribute the sealant more evenly within the tire.
15. Attach the air pump hose directly to the tire, press the switch to 1, and inflate the tire again.
NOTE: If a tire pressure of 26 psi (180 kPa) is not reached after five minutes, the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further, and call for assistance. 16. If a tire pressure of 26 psi (180 kPa) is obtained, press the air pump switch to 0, turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position, and disconnect the TIREFIT sys- tem. 17. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to ensure optimum distribution of the tire sealant within the tire. 18. Check the pressure in the tire. If the pressure is above 19 psi (130 kPa), inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver side latch pillar. 19. Have the tire inspected at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire service center.
NOTE: Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until the tire has been inspected.
NOTE: If a pressure of at least 19 psi (130 kPa) cannot be maintained in the tire, the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further, and call for assistance.
NOTE: Do not operate the electric air pump for more than eight minutes to avoid overheating. The air pump may be used again once it has cooled down.
NOTE: Replace the TIREFIT sealant bottle once every four years to assure optimum operation of the system.
NOTE: If TIREFIT is liquid, clean water and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once TIREFIT sealing material has dried, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
Preparations for Jacking
WARNING! Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service facility where it can be raised on a lift.
WARNING! Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or repairing a tire.
Jacking the vehicle should only be necessary in the event that a tire has been severely damaged, and must be replaced. (See TIREFIT Tire Repair section for a descrip- tion of cuts and punctures that may be repairable with TIREFIT.)
• Turn on the hazard warning flashers and park the vehicle on a firm, level surface; avoid ice or slippery areas.
• Firmly set the parking brake and shift the transmission selector lever into PARK (manual transmission to FIRST or REVERSE gear).
• Turn OFF the engine.
• Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire.
• Passengers must not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is jacked.
NOTE: The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the specified jack location points built beneath either side of the vehicle.
Jack Location and Instructions
1. Remove the jack and jack handle from stowage be- neath the cargo compartment carpet.
2. The lifting points for the jack are located beneath the outer edge of the body side, directly behind the front wheel housings, and in front of the rear wheel housings.
NOTE: Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged, as shown.
3. Holding the jack, insert the cradle under the lifting points. Crank the handle clockwise until the jack base meets the ground. Place the jack on firm ground. Position the jack so that it is always level, even if the vehicle is parked on an incline. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface. Minimum tire lift provides maxi- mum stability.
4. Replace the tire.
5. Lower the vehicle by cranking the handle counter- clockwise, then remove the jack assembly.
NOTE: Before storing the jack, it should be fully col- lapsed. 6. Ensure proper tire pressure.
WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to make the necessary repair.
WARNING! A loose jack or tool thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and tools in the places provided.
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