Tire inflation

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Driver's tools tire sealer)

(models

with

Warning triangle

①

Towing hook

②

①

Air pump

③

②

Tire sealer

④

③

NOTE

④

◆ In order to deal with various emergencies, you shall be familiar with the locations and usage of tools such as towing hooks. ◆ The used tools shall be cleaned in time and placed back to their original positions. Depending on vehicle configurations, ◆ the driver's tools may vary. For specific driver's tools, the configuration of the actual vehicle shall prevail.

⑤

⑥

Tire inflation

Use the air pump to promptly inflate the tire when the tire pressure is low.

Introduction to air pump

Power line

Power plug

Power switch

Connector

Hose

Air pressure gauge

CAUTION :

◆ It is forbidden to disassemble or modify the air pump.

◆ Only apply 12V DC power supply to the air pump. Never use other power supplies.

◆ Do not operate the air pump for more than 30min.

◆ Do not operate the air pump in the water when it rains.

◆ Sand and dust may damage the air pump. Do not use it in a sand area or on sandy and dusty ground.

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Inflation method

3.

1.

Park the vehicle in a flat and safe place. Remove the tire valve cap.

4.

Screw the connector of the air pump into the tire valve cap.

2.

5.

Insert the power plug into the power outlet interface.

Start the vehicle, and turn on the air pump for inflation.

Observe changes in the air pressure gauge. Turn off the air pump to stop inflation when the standard tire pressure is reached.

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6.

Screw off the connector of the air pump and mount the tire valve cap.

Unplug the power plug, properly store the air pump.

and

7.

Tire repair

Tire leakage

There may not always be an obvious leakage if a tire is punctured by a sharp object. If a leakage is found, reduce speed gradually by depressing the brake pedal gently, keep driving straight, and park the vehicle in a safe area away from heavy traffic. Repair or replace the tire upon parking as needed.

WARNIN G

◆ When repairing or replacing a tire, turn on the hazard warning lamp and place a warning triangle behind the vehicle as stipulated to avoid a secondary accident.

◆ Do not keep driving with a flat tire, because the tire may be damaged beyond repair even for a small distance.

Introduction to tire sealer

Circumstances when the tire sealer can be used:

A leakage due to a nail in the tire.

Tread damage smaller than 6mm.