Changing a Flat Tire

The procedure described on the following pages can be used to rotate tires as


The procedure described on the following pages can be used to rotate tires as well as to change a flat tire. When preparing to change a flat tire, check to be sure the gear selector lever is in "P" (automatic) or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and that the parking brake is set, then:

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Starting
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Going & Stopping
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Checking the automatic transaxle fluid level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should be checked regularly. Keep the vehicle on level ground with the parking brake applied and check the fluid level according to the following procedure. 1 ...