Spare Tire Stowage; Spare Tire Removal - Dodge DURANGO 2021 Owner's Manual

Rotate the plastic thumb screw on the end of
the jack to loosen the jack and remove from the
bracket.
Jack Removal
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PARE IRE TOWAGE
The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the
vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism.
To remove or stow the spare, use the jack
handle/lug wrench connected to the square
socket extension to rotate the "spare tire drive"
nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at
the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just
inside the liftgate opening.
Spare Tire Location
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use
with the jack wrench extension tool only.
Use of air wrench or power tool may damage
the winch.
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PARE IRE EMOVAL
Remove the spare tire before attempting to
jack up the vehicle. The spare tire is stowed
underneath the rear cargo area on the outside
of the vehicle.
1. Remove the jack tools from the bag.
2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug
from storage compartment floor.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Winch Nut Plug
3. Fit the jack handle extension over the
drive nut. Use the lug wrench handle and
extension to completely lower the spare tire.
Keep turning the handle counterclockwise
until the winch stops.
Winch Location
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