1999 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 239

In case of emergency 1. Park on a hard, level surface, whenever possible, then stop the engine. 2. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the "P" (Park) position. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and have everyone get out of the vehicle. 4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire. OM-H0167 5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and wheel nut wrench. See Tire changing tools in this chapter. 6. Remove the wheel covers. Locking type wheel cover: Grasp the wheel cover with both hands by the spokes and twist sharply in a counterclockwise direction until you feel the detente release. Now the wheel cover is free from the retention ring. Regular type wheel cover: Insert the wheel cover remover into the notch provided in the wheel cover, and pry it off. - CONTINUED - 8-7