Cadillac 2009 Escalade EXT - Manual (Page 464)

2. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition
key, turn it clockwise and pull it straight out.
3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (I) and
wheel wrench (H) as shown.
4. Insert the open end of
the extension (F)
through the hole in the
rear bumper (G) (hoist
shaft access hole).
Be sure the hoist end (F) of the extension connects
to the hoist shaft (E). The ribbed square end of
the extension is used to lower the spare tire.
Do not use the chiseled end of the wheel wrench.
5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the
wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out
from under the vehicle.
If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the
secondary latch is engaged causing the tire
not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on
page 6-87 for more information.
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