Ford 1996 Windstar Manual page 271

Find the tapered lug wrench in the tool kit located behind
2.
the jack in the right cargo area side panel.
Fit the hex-shaped end of the lug wrench over the hex nut
3.
in the floor of the cargo area. Turn counterclockwise until
the cable extends far enough to lower the spare tire to the
ground.
The spare tire in the lowered position
Continue to turn the hex nut counterclockwise until the
4.
spare tire retainer can be seen for removal.
Remove the retainer from the center of the wheel. It may be
5.
necessary to lift one end of the tire to disengage the retainer.
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