2010 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual - Page 389

09/07/30 11:31:58 31SWA630_388 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes. SPARE TIRE STRAP The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath. FLOOR LID JACK TOOLS Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack. 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in Park. Apply the parking brake. If you are towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer. 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire. 3. Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo area floor lid by lifting up with the strap, and remove it from cargo area by disengaging the tabs. When you store the flat tire in the spare tire well, do not reinstall the cargo area floor lid forcibly. This will damage the tabs on the lid. 4. Take the tool kit out of the spare tire. CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 383