1995 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN spare tire

This information replaces the information found in the “Changing a Flat
Ere” section
of your Owner’s Manual dealing with removal of the spare tire
on vehicles equipped with an underbody spare tire carrier. After reading the
following information, keep it with your Owner’s Manual
for future reference.
To Remove Spare Tire:
The spare tire may be stored under the vehicle in an underbody carrier.
Remember, never remove
or restore a tire from an underbody carrier while the
vehicle is supported only by a jack.
If you have a chassis cab, refer to the information from the body
suppliedinstaller for the location
of your spare tire.
For Pickup Models -- Underbody Carrier:
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A. Hoist Assembly
B. Ratchet
C. Jack Handle
D. Hoist Shaft
E. Valve Stem, Pointed Down
E Spare Tire
G. Retainer
H. Hoist Cable
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For 4-DOOr Utility Models:
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A. Hoist Assembly
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Ratchet
D. Jack Handle
E. Retainer
E Valve Stem, Pointed Down
G. Spare Tire
Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire:
1. One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN
marking. Assemble the ratchet to the hook near the end
of the jack handle
(as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you. Insert the other end
through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
2. Turn the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the
ratchet until
the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
3. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so
it can be pulled up through the wheel opening.
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To Restore Spare or Flat Tire:
1. Lay the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the tire so
that the valve stem is pointed down and to the rear.
2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the
retainer is fully seated across
the underside of the wheel.
3. Attach the ratchet, with the UP marking facing you, near the hook at the
end of the jack handle
as illustrated. Insert the other end, on an angle,
through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
4. Raise the tire fully against the underside of vehicle. Continue turning the
ratchet until there are two “clicks” or “ratchets.” The spare tire hoist
cannot be over-tightened.
5. Grasp and push against the tire to be sure it is stored securely and does
not move.
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Convenience Net
If you have a convenience net, it is stored in a pouch attached to the spare
tire cover on 2-door Utility and Suburban models. On 4-door Utility
models, the pouch is placed in the storage compartment at the driver’s side
rear
of the cargo area.
Cargo Tie Downs
There are cargo tie
downs in the rear cargo area that allow
you to strap cargo in
and keep it from
moving inside the
vehicle.
When not using the tie
down, flip them down
out
of the way.
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Off-Road Driving with Your Four-wheel Drive
Vehicle
This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive.
Also, see “Anti-Lock Brakes”
in the Index.
If your vehicle doesn’t have four-wheel drive, you shouldn’t drive off-road
unless you’re on a level, solid surface.
Off-road driving can be great
fun. But it does have some definite hazards.
The greatest
of these is the terrain itself.
“Off-roading” means you’ve left the great North American road system
behind. Traffic lanes aren’t marked. Curves aren’t banked. There are no
road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In short,
you’ve gone right back to nature.
Off-road driving involves some new
skills. And that’s why it’s very
important that you read this guide. You’ll find many driving tips and
suggestions. These will help make your off-road driving safer and more
enjoyable.
Before You Go Off-Roading
There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have
all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all
underbody shields (if
so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read
all
the information about your four-wheel drive vehicle in this manual. Is
there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the fluid levels up
where they should be? What are
the local laws that apply to off-roading
where you’ll be driving? If you don’t know, you should check with law
enforcement people in the area. Will you be
on someone’s private land? If
so, be sure to get the necessary permission.
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
There are some important things to remember about how to load your
vehicle.
0 The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your
0 Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain
rear axle. Put
heavier items as far forward as you can.
doesn’t toss things around.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a
level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.
A. Flat Tire
B . Blocked Tire
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
The equipment you’ll need is located in the rear cargo area. You’ll also find
your spare tire there.
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Spare Tire - ZDoor Utility Model and Suburban
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First open the tire cover, if you have one. Turn the wing nut
counterclockwise and take it, and the adapter,
off the bolt. Take the tire out
of the vehicle and remove the tire cover.
Spare Tire - &Door Utility Model
Your vehicle’s spare tire is stowed under the vehicle in an underbody carrier.
The removal
of the spare tire is covered later in this part.
Jack and Jacking Tool Storage - 2-Door Utility Model
If your 2-door utility model has a jack cover, turn the wing nut
counterclockwise and take the cover off.
To take the jack out, turn the wing nut counterclockwise and take it and the
retainer
off. Take the jack and storage box out and take the tools out of the box.
Your vehicle may have a pair
of emergency gloves secured to the jack. You
can use them when changing the tire,
or during other emergency situations.
Remember
to replace them with the jack, so you will have them handy if
needed later.
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Spare Tire - 2-Door Utility Model
Be sure the J-bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size as shown.
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1. Carrier
2. J-Bolt
3. Adapter
4. Spare Tire
5. Wing Nut
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6. Cover
7. Pins
8. J-Bolt
9. Use Upper Hole and Pin for
LT265 Tire or Lower Hole and
Pin
for LT225/245 Tires
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