2009 Pontiac G3 Owner's Manual - Page 277

3. Remove the wheel cover using the flat end of the jack handle. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 5. Turn the retainer counterclockwise and remove it from the compact spare. 6. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-78 for more information. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70. 2. If your vehicle has wheel covers, turn the four plastic caps counterclockwise by hand or by using the wheel wrench. The plastic nuts do not come off of the cover. 4. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen them. Do not remove them yet. 5-73