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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools

1. Lay the compact spare tire on the ground at the 

rear of the vehicle. Position the compact spare tire 
so that the valve stem is pointed down facing the rear
of the vehicle.

2. Lower the cable to the ground. See “Removing 

the Spare Tire (Vehicles without the Rear
Convenience/Cargo Tray)” or “Removing the Spare
Tire (Vehicles with the Rear Convenience/Cargo
Tray)” in the Index.

3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it through the

center hole of the spare tire.

Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the
underside of the wheel.

4. Attach the folding wrench to the hoist shaft.

5. Turn the folding wrench clockwise to lift the 

spare tire.

6. When the tire reaches the stabilizer bar, move the 

tire over the bar, then continue to turn the folding
wrench clockwise to lift the spare tire.

7. When the tire is almost in the stored position, 

turn the tire so that the valve stem is towards the 
rear of the vehicle.

This will help when you check and maintain tire
pressure in the spare.

8. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the

vehicle. Continue turning the folding wrench until
you feel more than two clicks. This indicates that the
compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight.
The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened.