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340 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
TO STOW THE FLAT OR SPARE
1. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give
clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of the
cable.
2. Position the wheel behind the rear fascia/
b
umper facing outward. Push the end of the
winch’s cable, spring and steel sleeve through
the back of the road wheel. Making sure the
valve stem is facing the ground when the
wheel is stowed.
Reinstalling The Retainer
3. A
ttach the lug wrench to the extension tubes
w
ith the curved angle facing away from the
vehicle. Insert the extensions through the
access hole between the lower tailgate and
the top of the fascia/bumper and into the
winch mechanism tube.
Lug Wrench And Extension Tubes Assembled And In
Position
4. Rotate the lug wrench handle clockwise until
the wheel is drawn into place against the
underside of the vehicle. Continue to rotate
until you feel the winch mechanism slip, or
click three or four times. It cannot be
overtightened. Push against the tire several
times to ensure it is firmly in place.
NOTE:
Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immediately.
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.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could endanger the occupants of
the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the
spare tire in the places provided. Have the
deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced
immediately.
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