2009 Ford Focus Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 196

Roadside Emergencies 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 5. The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here (2-door model shown, 4-door model similar). Depending on which tire is to be changed, put the jack approximately 7 inches (18 cm) from the front wheel opening (1) or approximately 17 inches (43 cm) from the rear wheel opening (2). Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 8. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 196 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)