Removing The Spare Tire And Tools - Chevrolet 2006 HHR Owner's Manual

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

The jack, wheel wrench, and spare tire are stowed
in the rear of the vehicle, underneath the floor of the
cargo area. To remove the spare tire and tools, do the
following:
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-13 for
more information.
2. Remove the cargo cover.
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3. Turn the retainer counterclockwise to remove the
tire cover.
4. Remove the tire cover.
5. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the
four and eight o'clock positions. Gently pull it up
and out of the trunk. See Compact Spare Tire
on page 5-73.
6. Remove the wing nut that holds the jack. Then
remove the jack, wheel wrench, and flat tire strap.