Dodge 2009 Dakota Owner's Manual page 337

Steps for Removing the Spare Tire
• Remove the jack from the stowage compartment using
the supplied finger-assist tool.
• Remove the finger-assist tool from jack and set aside
until jack is stowed.
• Assemble the jack tools.
• Locate the tire carrier access hole on the rear bumper.
• Place assembled jack tool extension rod into the access
hole in the direction of the arrow on the bumper trim.
• Rotate the tool counterclockwise to release and lower
the spare tire to the ground so that it can be pulled
from under the vehicle.
• Rotate clockwise to stow the spare tire.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335
Inserting Lug Wrench and Extension
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