Spare Tire Stowage; Spare Tire Removal - Jeep Liberty 2011 Owner's Manual

Spare Tire Stowage

The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the
vehicle and is held in place by a cable winch mechanism.

Spare Tire Removal

Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut located in
the rear cargo area inside the vehicle. Use the lug wrench
to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on
the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to
pull the tire out from under the vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423
Lowering/Raising Spare Tire
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or
other power tools is not recommended and they can
damage the winch.
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