The equipment you will need is located in the swing-gate, behind a cover. To remove the equipment:

1. Open the swing-gate. See Swing-gate .
2. Remove the cover, located on the inside of the swing-gate, by lifting the two latches.



3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to release the jack tool bag and jack and remove them.
4. Undo the straps that secure the jack tool bag to the jack.
5. Open the tool bag and you will find the following tools, which you will use to remove the spare tire and flat tire:

1. Wheel Wrench

2. Jack Handle Extensions

3. Jack Handle

4. Jack

5. Wheel Blocks

The spare tire is attached to the outside of the swing-gate. To remove the spare tire:

1. If your vehicle has a spare tire cover release the latch by pulling the latch straight back and turning it away from the cover at the same time.

Notice: Opening the endgate before completely closing and latching the spare tire cover may result in damage to your vehicle. Close and latch the spare tire cover before opening the endgate to avoid possible damage.




2. Remove the center cap, if equipped, by placing the flat end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the center cap out.




Use the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nuts securing the spare tire.

3. If your vehicle has locking lug nuts, the key is supplied in the tool bag. Use the key along with the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nuts from the tire.
4. Pull off and gently lower the spare tire to the ground. Set it next to the flat tire.

In order to remove the spare tire, you may need someone to assist you.