FORD 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.1 - Manual (Page 144)

The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may
compromise the integrity of your tires. The use of tire sealants
may also affect your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped).
Spare tire information
The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire.
Location of the spare tire and tools
The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following
locations:
Tool Location
Spare tire Under the vehicle, just in front of
the rear bumper
Jack, Jack handle, jack handle
extension, wheel lug nut wrench
In the passenger side rear cab
compartment behind the access
door in trim panel
Removing the jack
To remove the jack, turn the
thumbwheel (1) counterclockwise,
then remove the jack (2), lug
wrench (3) and jack handles (4)
from the bracket.
Installing the jack
To install the jack, place the jack handles (4) in the clips, then replace
the lug wrench (3). Note: The square hole fits over the peg (5) on the
jack stowage bracket. Ensure that the lug wrench handle is seated under
the nib at the base of the peg. Fully lower the jack (2) by turning the
thumbwheel (1) clockwise, then install the jack (2) by placing the base
of the jack onto the stands (6). Place the plastic clip that is attached to
the lug nut wrench between the head of the jack and the head of the lug
wrench. Turn the thumbwheel (1) clockwise to raise the jack between
the stands (6) and the top of the lug wrench (3).
Roadside Emergencies
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