Chevrolet 2008 Tahoe Owner's Manual page 453

To access the spare tire, refer to the following graphics
and instructions:
A. Hoist Assembly
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Hoist Shaft Access
Cover/Hole
D. Jack Handle
Extensions
E. Wheel Wrench
F. Hoist Cable
G. Tire/Wheel Retainer
H. Spare Tire (Valve
Stem Pointed Down)
I. Hoist Shaft Access
Hole
1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the
bumper to access the spare tire lock (K).
2. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition
key, turn it clockwise and then pull it straight out.
3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D) and
wheel wrench (E) as shown.
J. Hoist End of
Extension Tool
K. Spare Tire Lock
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