RAM 1500 Owner's Manual page 692

690 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
4. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to
tilt the retainer at the end of the cable.
Gaining Access To The Retainer
5. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel.
Pulling The Retainer Through The Center Of The Wheel
NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with
the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other
power tools is not recommended and can damage the
winch.