Spare Tire Carrier Replacement (SUV)

Spare Tire Carrier Replacement (SUV)

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the spare tire cover.





2. Remove the spare tire mounting nut (3), washer, and mounting plate (4).
3. Remove the spare tire (5) from the spare tire carrier (1).





4. Remove the jack retainer nut (3) and bracket (4).
5. Remove the jack (2) from the jack stowage bracket assembly (1).





6. Remove the screw (1) securing the jack stowage bracket assembly (2) to the spare tire carrier (4).





7. Remove the spare tire carrier mounting bolts (2) and spacers (3).
8. Remove the spare tire carrier (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the spare tire carrier (1) to the vehicle.

2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install spacers (3) and the spare tire carrier mounting bolts (2).
^ Tighten the spare tire carrier mounting bolts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).





3. Install the screw (1) securing the jack stowage bracket assembly (2) to the spare tire carrier (4).
^ Tighten the jack stowage bracket screw to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the jack (2) to the jack stowage bracket assembly (1).
5. Install the jack bracket (4) and the nut (3).
6. Raise the jack after it is installed in the bracket to ensure that it is secure.





7. Install the spare tire (5) to the spare tire carrier (1), inserting the stud (2) through the center of the spare tire.
8. Install the mounting plate (4), washer, and mounting nut (3).
^ Tighten the spare tire mounting nut to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).





9. Install the spare tire cover.