Installation Procedure
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- Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide to the bumper.
- Install the hoist to the crossmember.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Install the collar to the hoist
- Install the shaft to the hoist.
- Install the spare tire to the hoist.
- Rotate the hoist shaft clockwise until the spare tire is in position and the hoist clicks 2 times or it skips twice. You cannot overtighten the cable.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.
NOTE:
Use only hand tools to lower and raise the spare tire hoist assembly. Do not use air tools. The use of air tools at high speeds will damage the spare tire hoist assembly.