Operation Manual

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Wheels and tyres
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14.6 Spare wheel support
The spare wheel is found on the underside of the vehicle in a basket which can
be opened from the outside.
14.6.1 Spare wheel support under the vehicle (Renault)
Use the vehicle jack only for lifting the vehicle briefly while changing the
tyre.
Do not start the motor while the vehicle is jacked up.
Whilst the vehicle is in a jacked up position, persons must not lie down
under it.
Do not damage the thread of the thread bolts when changing the wheel.
Tighten the wheel nuts or wheel bolts cross-wise (Fig. 262).
When changing wheels (e.g. alloy wheel rims or wheels with winter tyres),
use the correct wheel bolts of the correct length and shape. The firm
seating of the wheels and the function of the braking system depend on
this.
Wheel rims and tyres not permitted for use with the vehicle can jeopardize
road safety.
Do not replace wheels cross-wise.
Protect the vehicle according to the national regulations, e.g. with a hazard
warning triangle.
Before changing the wheel, check the wheel rim and tyre size, the max. tyre
load and the speed index on the tyres. Only use the wheel rim and tyre
sizes stated in the vehicle documents.
Further information can be found in the instruction manual of the base
vehicle.
For models with a Fiat or Ford base vehicle, there is no spare wheel. For
these vehicles, a tyre repair kit is included for inflating the flat tyre with
foam.
Due to its weight and fitted position, the spare wheel can be raised or
lowered by a very strong person only. Always get a second person to
assist.