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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide to the bumper.
    Fig 1: Installing The Spare Tire Hoist Shaft Guide To The Bumper
    GM385768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the hoist to the crossmember.
    Fig 2: Installing The Hoist To The Crossmember
    GM355994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  4. Install the collar to the hoist
  5. Install the shaft to the hoist.
  6. Fig 3: View Of Spare Tire
    GM385791Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the spare tire to the hoist.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. Remove the safety stands.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Fig 4: Locating Spare Tire
    GM385766Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.