Installation Procedure

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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).

Fig 1: Installing Hoist To Crossmember
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Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide from the spare tire hoist.

Fig 2: Installing Spare Tire Hoist Shaft Guide From Spare Tire Hoist
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Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide (2) to the bumper.

Fig 3: Installing Spare Tire Hoist Shaft Guide To Bumper
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Important: Inspect the retaining clips to make sure they are not damaged. Replace if necessary
Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide retaining clips to the bumper (1).

Fig 4: Installing Spare Tire Hoist Shaft Guide Retaining Clips To Bumper
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Install the spare tire to the hoist.
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.
Turn 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.

Fig 5: Installing Spare Tire To Hoist
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Remove the safety stands.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.

Fig 6: Installing Spare Tire Stowage Lock Cylinder
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