Ford 1996 Bronco Manual page 242

To remove the outside mounted spare tire:
Removal and installation of spare tire cover
1. Lift the edge of the spare tire cover behind
the top of the tire and slide the cover over
the tire and downward.
2. Remove the security lock, retaining nut and
mounting plate.
3. Slide the tire outward and lift off the carrier.
If you have difficulty removing the retaining
nut, turn the nut counterclockwise by using the
tapered end of the lug nut wrench in one of the
slots at either end of the retaining nut.
To stow the outside mounted spare tire:
1. Place the spare tire on the carrier over the
bolt, styled side in.
2. Place the plate on the bolt and tighten the
retaining nut securely.
3. Install security lock.
4. Position the cover over the edge of the tire
with the drainage eyelet at the bottom. Slide
the cover upward, wrapping it around the
edge of the tire until the cover is completely
fitted.
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