2000 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 253

yellowblue 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 your 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 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 protector and attach the retainer securely. When reinstalling the compact spare, put the protector/guide back in the foam holder. Store the cover as far forward as possible. 5-32