Rotate the plastic thumb screw on the end of the jack
to loosen the jack and remove from the bracket.
SPARE TIRE STOWAGE —
IF EQUIPPED
The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by
means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow
the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected
to the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire
drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at
the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the
liftgate opening.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or
power tool may damage the winch.
SPARE TIRE REMOVAL —
IF EQUIPPED
Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the
vehicle. The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear
cargo area on the outside of the vehicle.
For spare tire removal, see the following steps:
1. Remove the jack tools from the bag.
2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from
storage compartment floor.
3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use
the lug wrench handle and extension to completely
lower the spare tire. Keep turning the handle coun-
terclockwise until the winch stops.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or
power tool may damage the winch.
Thumb Screw Location
Jack Removal
Spare Tire Location
Winch Plug Location
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