Removing The Spare Tire - RAM 1500 2025 Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
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Damage to the lug wrench, extensions and
winch mechanism may occur from improper tool
assembly.
Assembled For Jack Operation
Assembled For Jack Operation
1 — Lug Wrench
2 — Long Extension #2
3 — Long Extension #3
4 — Long Extension #4
5 — Short Extension #5
6 — Extension With Hook
WARNING!
After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them
in the original carrier and location. While driving you
may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration
or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other
objects in the vehicle may move around with force,
resulting in serious injury.
R T S
EMOVING HE
1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up
the truck. Attach the lug wrench to the extension
tubes with the curved angle facing away from the
vehicle.
2. Remove the protective cover over the access hole
for the winch mechanism by sliding the cover
upward.
Access Hole Cover Location
3. Insert the extension tubes through the access
hole between the lower tailgate and the top of
the fascia/bumper and into the winch mechanism
tube.
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WARNING!
T
PARE IRE
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with
the jack extension tubes only. Use of an air
wrench or other power tools is not recommended
and can damage the winch.
Winch Mechanism Tube
Inserting The Extension
Tubes Into The Access Hole
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