Vehicle Care 9-87Tire SealantRead and follow the safe handlinginstructions on the label adhered tothe sealant canister.Check the tire sealant expirationdate on the sealant canister. Thesealant canister should be replacedbefore its expiration date.Replacement sealant canisters areavailable at your local dealer/retailer. See “Removal andInstallation of the Sealant Canister”following.There is only enough sealant to sealone tire. After usage, the sealantcanister and sealant/air hoseassembly must be replaced. See“Removal and Installation of theSealant Canister” following.Using the Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit to TemporarilySeal and Inflate aPunctured TireFollow the directions closely forcorrect sealant usage.When using the tire sealant andcompressor kit during coldtemperatures, warm the kit in aheated environment for 5 minutes.This will help to inflate the tirefaster.Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat on page 9‑74.Do not remove any objects thathave penetrated the tire.1. Remove the tire sealant andcompressor kit from its storagelocation. See Storing the TireSealant and Compressor Kit onpage 9‑93.2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (F)and the power plug (H).3. Place the kit on the ground.Make sure the tire valve stem ispositioned close to the groundso the hose will reach it.4. Remove the valve stem capfrom the flat tire by turning itcounterclockwise.
