Cadillac 2006 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual page 414

5. Raise the tire partway upward. Make sure the
retainer is seated in the wheel opening.
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise
until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
The cable cannot be overtightened.
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4. Insert the hoist end (F)
through the hole (G) in
the rear bumper and
into the hoist shaft.
7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. Reinstall
the spare tire lock (if equipped).