Self-help 131To release the spare wheel carrier, loosenbolt 1, ensuring it is not fully removed. Fullyremove bolt 2, then pull the carrier to theleft, until it clears bolt 1, and lower thecarrier assembly.When installing the wheel ensure that thespare wheel carrier is correctly positionedbefore tightening the bolts.General informationIf you use winter tyres 3, the spare wheelmay still be fitted with a summer tyre. If youuse the spare wheel when it is fitted with asummer tyre the vehicle's driveability maybe affected, especially on slippery roadsurfaces. Obtain a replacement for thefaulty tyre as soon as possible, and havethe wheel balanced and fitted to thevehicle.Wheel changingIn order to reduce the chance of possibleinjuries, make the following preparationsand note the procedure:z Park on a level, firm and non-slipperysurface.z Switch on hazard warning flashers andapply hand brake. Engage 1st gear orreverse for manual transmission andTecshift 3.z Correctly set up warning triangle.z No people or animals may be in thevehicle when it is jacked up.z Before lifting the vehicle, turn frontwheels to straight-ahead position.z Never change more than one wheel at atime.z Block wheel diagonally opposite thewheel to be changed by placing wedgeblocks, any available blocks of wood orrocks behind and in front of it.z Use jack only when changing wheels.z If the ground on which the vehicle isstanding is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cmthick) should be placed under the jack.Using a thicker board could lead todamage of the jack and the vehicle.z Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.z Do not start or run the engine while thevehicle is on the jack.Ofrecido por www.electromanuales.com