Ford Taurus2017 Owner's Manual page 296

WARNINGS
Do not attempt to change a tire on
the side of the vehicle close to
moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Always use the jack provided as
original equipment with your vehicle.
If using a jack other than the one
provided, make sure the jack capacity is
adequate for the vehicle weight, including
any vehicle cargo or modifications. If you
are unsure if the jack capacity is adequate,
contact the authorized dealer.
Note: Passengers should not remain in your
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Note: Jack at the specified locations to
avoid damage to the vehicle.
1. Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park (P) and
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.
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4. Lift the trunk cargo cover and remove
5. Lift and remove the spare tire from the
6. Remove the second wing nut that
7.
8. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half
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the wing nut that secures the spare tire
by turning it counterclockwise.
trunk.
secures the jack retention bracket by
turning it counterclockwise, then
remove the jack kit from your vehicle.
Remove the jack and the wrench from
the felt bag. Fold down the wrench
socket used to loosen the lug nuts and
to operate the jack.
turn counterclockwise, but do not
remove them until the wheel is raised
off the ground.