1995 CHEVROLET TAHOE spare tire

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Spare Tire - 4-DOOr Utility Model
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1. Hoist Assembly
2. Ratchet
3. Wheel Wrench
4. Hoist Shaft
5. Valve Stem, Pointed Down
6. Spare Tire
7. Retainer
8. Hoist Cable
The &door utility spare tire
is stowed under the vehicle in an under-body
carrier.
Remember, never remove or restow a tire from an under-body carrier while
the vehicle
is supported only by a jack.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Spare Tire - Suburban
Be sure the J-bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size as shown.
1. I-Bolt
2. J-Bolt
3. Carrier
4. Spare Tire
5. Adapter
6. Nut
7. Cover
8. Use Lower Adapter Hole for
8-Lug Rim Only
Spare Tire Stowage - &Door Utility Model
UP Marking DOWN Marking
One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I .. Attach the ratchet to
the wheel wrench with
the
DOWN marking
facing
you.
Put the other end of the wheel wrench through the rear bumper access hole,
located
at the passenger side edge of the license plate. Be sure the wheel
wrench connects
into the hoist shaft.
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Turn the ratchet
counterclockwise to
lower the spare tire.
Keep turning the
ratchet
until the spare
tire can be pulled out
from under the
vehicle.
When the tire has been lowered,
tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and
pull
it through the wheel opening.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Changing the Tire
Start with the jack, the
jack handle and
the
ratchet.
If the flat tire
is on the
rear of the vehicle,
you'll need the jack
handle extensions
also.
Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension, if needed)
to the jack.
One side of the ratchet has an
UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking.
With the
UP marking
on the ratchet facing
you, rotate the ratchet
clockwise. That will
lift
the jack head a
little.
Before
you start, put the spare tire near the flat tire. Remove the whee\
l trim and
loosen the wheel nuts. The next part will show
you how to do these things properly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle, put the jack handle extension on
the jack handle.
Position the jack under the vehicle.
I NOTICE:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will
damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before
raising your vehicle.
Front Position Rear Position
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f With UP on the ratchet facing you, raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet r
4 there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.
and
wheel wrench clockwise. Raise
the vehicle far enough off the ground so
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Remove all the wheel
nuts and take
off the
flat tire.
Remove any rust or
dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare
wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Stowing the Tire - &Door Utility Model
For a under-body spare tire carrier, stow the flat tire under the rear of the
vehicle in
the spare tire carrier. To stow the flat tire:
1. Put the tire
on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem
2. Pull the wheel retainer through the wheel opening.
pointed
down.
3. Attach the ratchet to the wheel wrench with the UP marking facing you.
4. Put the other end of the wheel wrench through the rear bumper access
hole, located at the passenger side edge of the license plate. Be sure the
wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft.
5. Turn the ratchet clockwise to raise the tire. Keep turning the ratchet
until the tire
is all the way up. You will hear two “clicks” when the tire
is secure. Pull on the tire to make sure
it is tightly secured.
Stowing the Jack and Jacking Tools
Put the tools into the storage box and close it tightly. Fit the storage box on the
bracket with the bolt through the
box. Put the jack onto the box. Be sure the jack
points in
the right direction as shown in the illustrations earlier in this part. Secure the
emergency gloves, if your vehicle has them, to the jack using the provided strap.
Slide the retainer over the bolt onto the jack and put the wing
nut on. Turn
the nut clockwise until it is tight against the retainer.
Replace the jack storage cover, if your vehicle has one, by simply reversing
the removal procedure described earlier.
Stowing the Tire - 2-Door Utility Model and Suburban
Stow the flat tire in the cargo area of the vehicle secured in the tire carrier.
To stow the flat tire:
1. Put the cover back on the tire
if your vehicle has one.
2. Put the flat tire in the cargo area of the vehicle, over the retainer bolt.
3. Slide the adapter onto the bolt in the proper location for your model
4. Turn the wing nut clockwise until the adapter is tight and secure against
and
put
the wing nut on.
the wheel.
5. Close the tire cover, if you have one.
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Gasoline Engines
This system has an oxygen sensor (OS) that helps keep your engine’s
air-fuel mixture at a proper
level. Use only unleaded fuel in your vehicle. If
you use leaded fuel, you could damage your oxygen sensor (OS) and
three-way catalytic converter.
Diesel Vehicles Below 8,500 (3 850 Kg) GVWR
This system monitors engine speed and throttle position. It adjusts exhaust
gas recirculation to limit emissions.
Malfunction Indicator (SERVICE ENGINE SOON)
Light
The Malfunction Indicator (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) Light on your
instrument panel lets you know when your emission system needs service.
The light will come on briefly
when you start your engine to let you know
that the system is working.
If it does not come on when you start your
engine, or if
it comes on and stays on while you’re driving, your system
may need service. Your vehicle should still be driveable, but
you should
have your system serviced right away.
Secondary Air Injection Reaction (AIR) System
(Gasoline Engines)
You may have this system. It has a control valve that will direct air to where
it is needed. If the AIR system needs service, your Malfunction Indicator
(SERVICE ENGINE
SOON) Lamp on your instrument panel will come on.
Tires
We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made
by
a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire
manufacturers, and their warranties are delivered with every new vehicle.
If
your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire
warranty folder from each
of these manufacturers.
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