The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk, under the load floor, behind an access panel.
To remove the kit:
1. Open the trunk.

2. Turn the left knob counterclockwise and the right knob clockwise, 90 degrees, at the same time. Then pull the access panel rearward and up to remove it.

3. Pull the inflator kit rearward.
Squeeze the two tabs of the quick release buckle to remove the tire sealant and compressor kit.
To store the inflator kit, reverse the steps.
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
Tire ChangingRemoval Procedure
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the
Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Remove the rear side door. Refer t ...
Vehicle Alarm System
This vehicle has a theft alarm system.
Arming the System
To arm the system, use the power door lock switch or the RKE transmitter to lock
the vehicle while exiting with the vehicle turned off.
The alarm arms after about 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Press again and the syst ...
Wheel Stud Replacement
Special Tools
CH-43631 Ball Joint Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installati ...