Spare Tire Carrier: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Using a suitable tool, lower and remove the spare wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove the shaft retaining pin on the lift assembly.
- Remove the shaft.
- Push the shaft rearward from under the vehicle.
- Remove the 3 lift retaining bolts.
- Remove the lift assembly from the vehicle underbody.
NOTE:
Do not use air tools to lower the spare wheel and tire assembly.