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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Tires and Wheels 🢒 Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 164662 Size: SH
  1. Remove the spare tire from the tire carrier.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the pin and retainer from the shaft.
  4. Remove the shaft from the hoist.
  5. Remove the hoist mounting bolts.
  6. Remove the hoist from the rear crossmember.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 164662 Size: SH
  1. Install the hoist to the rear crossmember.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the hoist mounting bolts and nuts .

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hoist mounting bolts and nuts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  3. Install the shaft to the hoist.
  4. Install the pin and retainer to the shaft.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the spare tire to the carrier.