GMC 1995 Suburban Owner's Manual page 9

For 4-DOOr Utility Models:
D
A. Hoist Assembly
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Ratchet
D. Jack Handle
E. Retainer
E
Valve Stem, Pointed Down
G.
Spare
T i r e
Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire:
1. One side of
the ratchet has an
UP
marking. The other side has a DOWN
marking. Assemble the ratchet to the hook near the end of the jack handle
(as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you. Insert the other end
through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
2.
Turn
the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to
turn
the
3. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable
so
it can be pulled up through the wheel opening.
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