GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Caution: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

After the compact spare tire is put on the vehicle, store the flat tire in the trunk. Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.


Object Number: 809502  Size: B3

When storing a full-size tire, use the extension with the protector, located in the foam holder, to help avoid wheel surface damage. To store a full-size tire, place the tire valve stem facing down, and then remove the protector and attach the retainer securely. Store the cover as far forward as possible.

When storing a compact spare tire in the trunk, put the protector/guide back in the foam holder.

The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire . See the storage instructions label to return the compact spare to the trunk properly.

Be sure to calibrate low tire inflation system after you replace the compact spare tire with a full-sized tire. See Inflation - Tire Pressure .


Object Number: 870395  Size: A4
  1. Retainer

  2. Cover

  3. Compact Spare Tire

  4. Nut

  5. Jack

  6. Wheel Wrench

  7. Extension and Protector

  8. Bolt Screw

  9. Foam Holder