2007 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 433

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the flat tire and jack in the compact spare tire compartment, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 113 for more information. 2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve) from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel. 4. Install the bracket (D) and then the bolt extension (A). 5. Secure the jack, bracket and bolt extension with the wing nut (C) provided. 6. With the valve stem up, place the tire on the compartment floor with the rear of the tire beneath the trim panel (tire may not lay completely flat). 7. Make sure the bolt extension (A) passes through the wheel center. 8. Remove the plug from the center hole of the floor cover by pressing on the tabs on the bottom of the cover. 9. Remove the yellow cap from the bolt extension. 10. Fold the rear flap of the cover up and place the cover on top of the wheel. The extension will come through the center hole in the cover. 11. Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer. 3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the floor, making sure it contacts the bolt as shown. 433