Changing Wheels - Lowering The Spare Wheel - Volvo XC90 2004 Owner's Manual

2004 VOLVO XC90
fold up the lower section of the floor.
CAUTION: Seven-seat models: Do not store objects in the area for the rear seat cushions (when the
backrests are to be folded down). This could damage the cushions.
pg. 114 Wheels and tires
Changing wheels

Changing wheels - lowering the spare wheel

The spare wheel is located under the floor of the rear cargo compartment. It can be lowered using the
crank (see previous page for location).
WARNING!
When raising or lowering the spare wheel, please keep in mind that components in the exhaust system
may be very hot.
Lowering the spare wheel:
1. Fold down the lower section of the tailgate.
2. Fold up the rear section of the floor in the cargo compartment.
3. Connect the two sections of the jack's crank.
4. Insert the hooked end of the crank in the spare wheel retaining attachment (see the illustration above).
5. Lower the spare wheel under the vehicle by turning the crank counterclockwise until it is not possible
to turn it further.
6. Pivot the toggle at the end of the cable 90 degrees to release it from the spare wheel.
7. Crank up the cable again by turning the crank clockwise.
8. Place the wheel with the flat tire in the vehicle's cargo compartment.
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Lowering the spare wheel