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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 it in the trunk. When storing a full-size tire, use the extension and protector/guide, located in the foam holder, to help avoid wheel surface damage.

To store a full-size tire:

  1. Install the tools in their original location in the trunk area and secure.
  2. Place the tire in the trunk with the valve stem facing down, and the protector/guide placed through a wheel bolt hole.
  3. Remove the protector and attach the retainer securely.
  4. Place the protector/guide back in the foam holder when putting the compact spare back in the trunk. Store the cover as far forward as possible.

The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible. See Compact Spare Tire for more information. Use the following as a guide for storing the compact spare tire and tools.

Compact Spare Tire


Object Number: 870395  Size: A4
  1. Retainer

  2. Cover

  3. Compact Spare Tire

  4. Nut

  5. Jack

  6. Wheel Wrench

  7. Extension and Protective Guide

  8. Foam Holder

  9. Bolt Screw

Full-Sized Spare Tire


Object Number: 1801830  Size: B5
  1. Retainer

  2. Spare Tire

  3. Protector

  4. Bolt Extension

  5. Nut

  6. Jack

  7. Wheel Wrench

  8. Foam Holder

  9. Bolt Screw