Jeep GLADIATOR 2023 Owner's Manual page 318

316 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
For spare tire removal, see the following steps:
1. Locate the winch access hole at the rear of the
vehicle.
Access Hole Location
2. Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the
curved angle facing away from the vehicle. Insert the
extension tube through the access hole between the
lower tailgate and the top of the fascia/bumper and
into the winch mechanism tube.
Winch Mechanism Tube
Inserting The Extensions Into The Winch Mechanism
Access Hole
3. Rotate the lug wrench handle counterclockwise until
the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable
slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack
wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or power
tool may damage the winch.
Pulling The Spare Tire Out
4. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain
access to the spare tire retainer.
5. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to
tilt the retainer at the end of the cable.