Hummer 2005 H2 - Manual (Page 93)

2. Swing the tire carrier to the side. 3. Open the tailgate by lifting the release handle while
pulling the tailgate toward you.
To close the tailgate, do the following:
1. Swing the tailgate up until it latches firmly into
place.
2. Move the spare tire carrier back into place until it
latches.
3. Pull on the spare tire carrier to make sure it is firmly
latched.
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