Subaru 2001 Forester Owner's Manual page 269

Jack
Spare tire
Jack handle
HS0159
HS0004
The spare tire is stored under the floor of the cargo area. To remove the
spare tire, first open the spare tire cover and remove the storage tray, turn
the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out.
HS0118 HS0160
The jack is stored under the left side of the cargo floor.
To take out the jack:
First raise the cargo anchorage eyelet on the rear-left side of the cargo
area and pull the tab to open the lid, turn the jack screw counterclock-
wise to loosen it, then remove the jack.
The jack handle is stored under the lid.
6. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove
the nuts.
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