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Rugged Ridge Tire Carrier, XHD Rear Bumper, 07-14 Jeep Wrangler (JK) User Manual

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13. Remove tape backing from Rub Strip (#10) and place around spindle. The hole should line up with
hole in Pivot Mount (#2), and the curve should wrap around spindle as shown.

15. Remove the 4 torx head screws that attach the light to the factory tire mount. Pull the light away
from the tire mount. Remove the connector by pushing down on the tab and pulling. Set the light
aside, it will be used later during the installation.

14. Install spare tire using provided (3) Lug Nuts (#4). It will be necessary to adjust the Spare Tire Mount
Assembly to achieve proper fit. Spare tire should be vertical, and should rest against Frame (#1)
when properly adjusted.

Note: At this point, Tire Carrier is installed and adjusted. Remaining directions refer to installation of
third brake light.