2001 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 284

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 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 you've put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you'll need to store the flat tire in the trunk. Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk. When storing a full-size tire, you must use the extension to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use the extension and protector/guide located in the foam holder. To store a full-size tire, place the tire in the trunk valve stem facing down with the protector/guide through a wheel bolt hole. Remove the the protector and attach the retainer securely. Please note that the cover will not fit over a full-size tire, so be sure to store the cover as far forward as possible. When returning the compact spare to the trunk, put the protector/guide back in the foam holder. Place the cover back over the spare tire and tighten the center nut. 5-30