1997 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
1997 Ford Taurus Manual
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Roadside emergencies 9. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Make sure jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. Unblock the wheels. Removing and replacing wheel covers Full wheel cover Your vehicle may have wheel covers with a wire retention system. To remove the wheel cover, pry it loose by inserting the tapered end of the jack handle between the wheel cover and wheel. To replace the wheel cover: 1. One of the windows on the wheel cover is identified with a valve stem logo on the back side of the wheel cover. Install the wheel over the wheel with the window at the valve stem. 2. Hold the wheel cover in this position and press the cover onto the wheel with the palm of your hand. Do not force or hammer the cover. Center wheel cover 1. Pry the center ornament off the wheel cover with the lug wrench. Pry only at the notch. Do not use a screwdriver or any other tool as this may damage the wheel cover surface finish. 112