To Stow The Flat Or Spare - RAM 1500 2019 User Manual

To Stow The Flat Or Spare

WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could endanger the
occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the
jack parts and the spare tire in the places
provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately.
1. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is
facing upward and toward the rear of the
vehicle for convenience in checking the
spare tire inflation. Slide the wheel
retainer through the center of the wheel.
Reinstalling The Retainer
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2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give
clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of
the cable and position it properly across
the wheel opening.
Pushing The Retainer Through The Center Of
The Wheel And Positioning It
3. Attach the lug wrench to the extension
tubes with the curved angle facing away
from the vehicle. Insert the extension
tubes through the access hole between
the lower tailgate and the top of the
bumper and into the winch mechanism
tube.
Lug Wrench And Extension Tubes Assembled
And In Position