1997 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 261

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you've put the compact spare tire your vehicle, on in you'll need to store the flat tire your trunk. Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire intrunk. the tire When storing a full-size you must use the extension with the protector/guide to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use the extension and protector/guide located tire, place the in the foam holder. To store a full-size tire valvestem facing downand then remove the protector/guide and attach the retainer securely. When reinstalling acompact spare tire, put the protector/guide backin the foam holder. Store thecover as far forward as possible. 5-35