2009 Honda Pilot Owner's Manual - Page 523

Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is lef t down, it will be damaged during driving and need to be replaced. 25.Store the jack and the tools in the tool box. 26.Refer to Changing a Tire with TPMS (see page 426 or 431 ). 23.Slowly turn the extension with the wheel nut wrench clockwise to take up the slack of the hoist cable. Make sure the bracket is seated in the center hole of the flat tire. 24.Turn the extension with the wheel nut wrench clockwise until the flat tire rests against the underbody of the vehicle and you hear the hoist click. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving. Taking Care of the Unexpected 2009 Pilot 519