Ford F-150 Owner's Manual page 384

the best of your ability, to the point
where the ratchet or slip occurs, if
possible. The spare tire carrier will not
allow you to overtighten. If the spare
tire carrier ratchets or slips with little
effort, contact your authorized dealer.
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the
frame and is properly tightened. Try to
push or pull, then turn the tire to be
sure it will not move. Loosen and
retighten, if necessary. Failure to
properly stow the spare tire may result
in failure of the winch cable and loss
of the tire.
5. Repeat this tightness check procedure
when servicing the spare tire pressure
(every six months, as per your
scheduled maintenance information),
or at any time that the spare tire is
disturbed through service of other
components.
6. If removed, install the spare tire lock
into the bumper drive tube with the
spare tire lock key and jack handle.
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool Bag
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1. Adjust the jack up or down by rotating
the lead screw located on the end of
the jack. The stowage markings should
line up with the bottom channel.
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2. Place the tools inside of the tool bag.
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3. Install the tool bag to the top of the
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4. Install the D-ring straps that secure the
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vehicle jack.
tool bag to the vehicle jack.