Removing Tools

The tools needed to remove the spare tire are located in the storage compartment on the driver side, at the rear of the vehicle.

1. Open the jack storage compartment by pulling on the latch tab, located toward the rear of the vehicle, and pulling the cover off.

A. Tool Bag
A. Tool Bag
B. Wing Bolt
C. Jack

2. Remove the wing bolt (B) by turning it counterclockwise.

3. Push the jack (C) up out of the holding bracket and remove the tool bag (A).

4. Turn the jack on its side, with the bottom facing toward you.

5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom first.

A. Jack
A. Jack
B. Wrench (Three-Piece Shown, One-Piece Similar)

The tools you will be using include the jack (A) and wrench (B).

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