Spare Tire: Service and Repair

SPARE TIRE CARRIER

REMOVAL
1. Raise the license plate. (Cherokee model)
2. Remove the two bolts securing the wheel cover to the wheel. (Cherokee model)
3. Remove the two lug nuts and the one wheel lock (if equipped) securing the tire/wheel to the spare tire carrier.
4. Remove the spare tire.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the spare tire onto the studs on the carrier.
2. Install the two lug nuts and one wheel lock (if equipped). Tighten the nuts to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.)
3. Close the plastic wheel cover and install the two mounting bolts. Tighten the nuts to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.) (Cherokee model)
4. Close the license plate to cover the bolts and latch. (Cherokee model)