FORD 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.3 - Manual (Page 146)

Removing the spare tire
1. Assemble the jack handle with the spade end to the lug wrench as
shown in the illustration.
• To assemble, depress button and
slide the pieces together. To
disassemble, depress the button
and pull the pieces apart.
2. Insert the jack handle into the
opening just above the rear bumper.
The handle will stop moving forward
and resistance to turning will be felt
when properly engaged.
3. Turn the handle counterclockwise
until tire is lowered to the ground,
and the cable is slack. Slide the tire
rearward.
4. Remove the retainer from the center of the spare tire.
Stowing the spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.
2. Slide the wheel under the vehicle
and install the retainer through the
wheel center.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise
until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle. The
jack handle ratchets when the tire is
raised to the stowed position. It will
not allow you to overtighten.
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