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Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit V8 Engine

This vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit in place of a jack or spare tire. It is located in a foam container in the trunk. The tire sealant and compressor kit can be used to repair a flat tire by sealing small punctures in the tread of the tire. It can also be used to inflate an underinflated tire. The vehicle must be driven for five miles (8 kilometers) after the tire is sealed and inflated to the recommended pressure to ensure the sealant is distributed evenly. For detailed instructions see "Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Repair a Punctured Tire" later in this section.

The kit includes:


Object Number: 1993485  Size: G1
  1. On/Off Switch

  2. Air Compressor Accessory Plug

  3. Air Compressor

  4. Sealant Canister

  5. Sealant/Air Hose

  6. Air-only Hose

  7. Pressure Gage

Tire Sealant

The sealant can temporarily seal a small puncture up to 6 mm in the tread area of the tire. The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage, large punctures, or a wheel that has unseated from the wheel.

Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the sealant canister.

Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the sealant canister and sealant/air hose assembly must be replaced. Replacement sealant canisters are available from a dealer/retailer. See "Removal and Installation of Sealant Canister" later in this section.

Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire

Follow these directions closely for correct sealant usage.


Object Number: 1993486  Size: G1
  1. On/Off Switch

  2. Air Compressor Accessory Plug

  3. Air Compressor

  4. Sealant Canister

  5. Sealant/Air Hose

  6. Air-only Hose

  7. Pressure Gage

Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat .

Inspect the damaged tire.

The sealant cannot seal sidewall damage, large punctures, or a tire that has unseated from the wheel. See Roadside Assistance Program .

Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire.

  1. Place the tire sealant and compressor kit on the ground and unwrap the sealant/air hose (E) from the side of the compressor.
  2. Remove the air compressor accessory plug (B) from the unit. Do not plug the plug in yet.
  3. Turn the tire valve stem cap counterclockwise to remove.
  4. Attach the sealant/air hose (E) onto the tire valve stem. Turn it clockwise until tight.
  5. Make sure the sealant and compressor kit on/off switch (A) is in the O (off) position.
  6. Plug the air compressor accessory plug (B) into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) for more information.

    Do not slam door or close window on the compressor accessory plug cord.

    Caution: Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO). See Engine Exhaust .

  7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor.
  8. Caution: Overinflation could cause the tire to rupture, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure. Do not exceed 36 psi (248 kPa).

  9. Push the On/Off switch (A) to the I (on) position.
  10. The kit will begin to inject sealant into the tire. Sealant could leak from the puncture hole until the vehicle is driven and the hole has sealed.

  11. Check the air pressure gage (G). If there is not a pressure reading while the compressor is running, check for leaks at the connection between the tire valve stem and the sealant/air hose (E).
  12. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure, found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Inflation - Tire Pressure .
  13. The pressure gage (G) will initially read high while the compressor injects the sealant into the tire. Once the sealant injection is complete, the pressure will quickly drop. It will start to rise again as the tire inflates with air.

  14. Turn the compressor off by pushing the On/Off button (A) to the I (off) position.
  15. The pressure gage (G) reads slightly high while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading. The compressor may be turned on and off until the correct pressure is reached.

    Notice: If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately 15 minutes, the vehicle should not be driven. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor kit cannot inflate the tire. Remove the air compressor accessory plug from the accessory power outlet and unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire valve or tire pressure monitoring sensor valve. See Roadside Assistance Program .

  16. The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire.
  17. Steps 11 through 19 must be done right after Step 10.

    Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as they could be hot after usage.

  18. Unplug the air compressor accessory plug (B) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
  19. Turn the sealant/air hose (E) counterclockwise to remove.
  20. Replace the tire valve stem cap.
  21. Stow the sealant/air hose (E) and air compressor accessory plug (B) in their original locations.

  22. Object Number: 1993487  Size: G7
  23. If the flat tire was able to be inflated to the recommended inflation pressure, remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place it in a highly visible location.
  24. The maximum speed label reminds you to drive cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired.

    Caution: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit 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 the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location.

  25. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the trunk.
  26. Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) to distribute the sealant evenly in the tire.
  27. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure, refer to Steps 1 through 9 under "Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate an Underinflated Tire" later in this section.
  28. If the tire pressure has fallen more then 10 psi (68 kPa), below the recommended inflation pressure, stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant and compressor cannot seal the tire. See Roadside Assistance Program if you need assistance.

    If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi (68 kPa) from the recommended inflation pressure, inflate the tire back up to the recommended inflation pressure.

  29. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire or vehicle.
  30. Dispose of the used sealant canister at a local dealer/retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices.
  31. After using the sealant canister, replace it with a new canister available from your dealer/retailer.

    This is a temporary repair. Take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer to have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.

Using the Air Compressor without Sealant to Inflate an Underinflated Tire

To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant:


Object Number: 1993490  Size: G1
  1. Air Compressor Accessory Plug

  2. Air Compressor

  3. Sealant Canister

  4. Sealant/Air Hose

  5. Air-only Hose

  6. Pressure Gage

  7. On/Off Switch

Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat .

To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant:

  1. Lift the lever and pull the air-only hose (E) from the bottom of the kit.
  2. Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise.
  3. Push the air-only hose (E) onto the tire valve stem and push the lever down to secure in place.
  4. Plug the air compressor accessory plug (A) into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) for more information.
  5. Caution: Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO). See Engine Exhaust .

  6. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor.
  7. Caution: Overinflation could cause the tire to rupture, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure. Do not exceed 36 psi (248 kPa).

  8. Push the On/Off switch (G) to the I (on) position.
  9. Check the pressure gage (F). If there is not a pressure reading while the compressor is running, check for leaks at the connection between the hose and the tire valve stem.

  10. Inflate the tire up to the recommended inflation pressure using the air pressure gage (F) on the top of the unit. See Inflation - Tire Pressure .
  11. The pressure gage (F) reads slightly high while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading. The compressor may be turned on and off until the correct pressure is reached.

  12. Push the On/Off switch (G) to the O (off) position.
  13. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as they could be hot after usage.

  14. Unplug the air compressor accessory plug (A) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle and stow it in its original location.
  15. Disconnect the air-only hose (E) from the tire valve stem and stow it back in its original location.
  16. Replace the tire valve stem cap.
  17. Caution: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit 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 the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location.

  18. Place the equipment in the original location in the trunk of your vehicle.

Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister

To remove the sealant canister:


    Object Number: 1993492  Size: G9
  1. Unlock the air-only hose from the sealant canister by pulling up on the lever.
  2. Pull the air-only hose from the sealant canister.
  3. Unwrap the sealant/air hose from the compressor.

  4. Object Number: 1993494  Size: G1
  5. Turn the sealant canister so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor.
  6. Lift the sealant canister from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister. Dispose of the sealant canister at a local dealer/retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices. Replace it with a new canister, available form your dealer/retailer.

To install a new sealant canister:

  1. Align the sealant/air hose with the slot in the air compressor.
  2. Push the sealant canister down and turn it clockwise.
  3. Wrap the sealant/air hose around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location.
  4. Push the air compressor inflator hose onto the sealant canister inlet and push the lever down.