Buick 2004 Rainier User Manual

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Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted
spare.

A. Wheel Wrench

B. Hoist Shaft

C. Extension

D. Retainer

E. Spare or Flat Tire

(Valve Stem Pointed Up)

1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle,

with the valve stem pointed up and to the rear.

2. Pull the retainer through the wheel.

3. Put the socket end of the extension, on an angle,

through the hole in the rear bumper and into the
hoist shaft.

4. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the

vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise
until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. The
spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened.

5. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull,

and then try to turn the tire. If the tire moves, use
the wheel wrench and socket end of the extension
to tighten the cable.

(A) Push and Pull, (B) Rotate or Turn

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