Removal

REMOVAL





Spare Tire 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.

5. Remove the quarter trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL)

6. Support the swing gate with a suitable lifting device.

7. Disconnect the wire harness.

8. Disconnect the check strap from the D-pillar. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SWING GATE/CHECK STRAP - REMOVAL)

9. Remove the bolts (2) and remove the swing gate.