Service Alignment Procedure

Service Alignment Procedure





1. The carrier should be loose installed to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Align the latch casting square, and tighten the bolts to specifications using the sequence shown.
Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).





3. Swing the carrier into the latch pocket so the striker pin touches the latch mechanism.
4. Insert a shim (1) between the striker bottom and the latch pocket.
5. Early carriers with a red striker sleeve will require a 5 mm shim, all other carriers with a yellow sleeve will require a 3 mm shim.
6. Secure the hinge bolts using the specification shown above.
7. Remove the shim (1), the carrier is now aligned and ready for use.

Assembly Procedure





1. Install the latch mechanism isolator, if necessary.

Important: Thoroughly clean the latch casting surfaces and bond the NEW isolator in place using Loctite Black Max 380(R) adhesive or equivalent.

2. Install the latch mechanism isolator screws.
Tighten the screws to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Install the latch mechanism, if necessary.
4. Install the latch mechanism bolts, spacers, and nuts.
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).





5. Install the sleeve and striker bolt, if necessary.
Tighten the bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).





6. Install the spare tire carrier swing arm to the hinge, if necessary.





7. Install the license plate lamp harness, if necessary.
8. Install the license plate lamp harness to the clips on the carrier.





9. Install the license plate lamp screws, if necessary.
Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the spare tire carrier to the vehicle. Perform the following steps:
1. Position the spare tire carrier to the rear bumper.
2. Loose install the carrier bolts. Refer to the Service Alignment Procedure above for alignment.
3. Connect the license plate lamp harness electrical connector.





2. Install the spare tire to the spare tire carrier.
3. Install the spare tire mounting nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).





4. Install the spare tire cover (2).
5. Install the spare tire stowage cover nut (1) until snug.
6. Close and ensure that the spare tire carrier is latched.