Stowing the wheel and jack

Stowing the wheel and jack  - Tire change procedure - Changing the tires - Roadside Emergencies - Lincoln MKZ Owners Manual - Lincoln MKZ

1. Fully collapse the jack and place it back in the storage area in the trunk.

2. Replace the jack retention bolt to secure the jack.

3. Place the tire in the storage bin in the trunk.

4. Replace the cover plate and bolt.

• When storing a flat road tire, flip the cover plate over and use the long bolt.

• When storing the temporary spare tire, replace the cover plate and use the short bolt.

5. Secure the bolt using the lug wrench.

6. Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place over the jack.

7. Replace the carpeted load floor panel.

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