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For 1990-2009 cars only

The factory installed tires are designed to operate satisfactorily with loads up to and including the full rated load capacity when these tires are inflated to the recommended pressures.

The following factors have an important influence on tire life:

    • Correct tire pressures
    • Correct wheel alignment
    • Proper driving techniques
    • Tire rotation

The following factors increase tire wear:

    • Heavy cornering
    • Excessively rapid acceleration
    • Heavy braking

The spare tire is located under the rear end of non EMP vehicles. For exact locations refer to the 2005 LSSV Owners Manual Supplement.

The hoist shaft allows a link between the tire hoist and the rear bumper. The factory spare tire hoist tools are used to remove the spare. An access hole in the rear of the bumper is provided to allow access. If the tire hoist is damaged it must be replaced.

Refer to Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement in Tires and Wheels in the 2005 C/K Truck Service Manual.

EMP vehicles spare tire can be mounted in three different locations depending on vehicle content. The locations are as follows:

    • In vehicle, behind the passenger front seat
    • In the front right corner of the large area
    • On the rear bumper on a swing away mount