2012 Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - Page 425

Vehicle Care 10-85 { WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. { WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 13. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.