Honda CR-V: If a Tire Goes Flat / Storing the Flat Tire
WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
- Remove the center cap.
![Honda CR-V. Storing the Flat Tire](images/storing_the_flat_tire-422/1/honda_crv_storing_the_flat_tire_1226.jpg)
- Remove the cargo area lid as shown.
![Honda CR-V. Storing the Flat Tire](images/storing_the_flat_tire-422/1/honda_crv_storing_the_flat_tire_1227.jpg)
- Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
- Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
- Securely store the wheel nut wrench and
jack handle bar back in the tool bag. Store
the bag in the cargo area properly.
- Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s
end bracket to lock it in place.
![Honda CR-V. Storing the Flat Tire](images/storing_the_flat_tire-422/1/honda_crv_storing_the_flat_tire_1228.jpg)
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.
Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth...
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS
indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on...
Other information:
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove
dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle. Electrical
devices and systems may malfunction if liquids are
splashed on them...
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