2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE spare tire

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
A. Tool Kit with Jack Tools
B. Retaining Bracket
and Wing Nut
C. Wing Nut Holding
Tire BlocksD. Tire Blocks
E. JackA. Jack
B. Wheel Blocks
C. Wing Nut Holding
Tire Blocks
D. Mounting BracketE. Removable Tray
F. Retaining Hook
G. Retaining Bracket
and Wing Nut
H. Tool Kit with Jack Tools Tahoe (Rear Access Panel)Suburban
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For Tahoe, the equipment is located behind the left trim
panel in the rear of the vehicle. Unlatch the release
lever to open the trim panel door. Skip the rst step and
follow the last three.
For Suburban, the equipment you’ll need is under the
storage tray in the left trim panel.
1. Remove the tray to access the tools.
2. There is a wing nut used to retain the tool kit.
To remove it, turn the wing nut counterclockwise.
3. To release the jack from its holder, turn the knob on
the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head.
4. The wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer can
be removed by turning the wing nut
counterclockwise.
You’ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel
wrench to remove the underbody-mounted spare tire.
A. Spare Tire
(Valve Stem
Pointed Down)
B. Hoist Assembly
C. Hoist Cable
D. Tire Retainer
E. Hoist ShaftF. Hoist End of
Extension Tool
G. Hoist Shaft Access Hole
H. Wheel Wrench
I. Jack Handle Extensions
J. Hoist Lock
(If Equipped)
1. If your vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock (J),
open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper
and use the ignition key to remove the lock.
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2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two jack
handle extensions (I) as shown.3. Insert the hoist end
(open end) (F) of the
extension through
the hole (G) in the
rear bumper.
Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects to
the hoist shaft (E). The ribbed square end of the
extension is used to lower the spare tire.
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4. Turn the wheel wrench (H) counterclockwise to
lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to
turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be
pulled out from under the vehicle.
If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the
secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to
lower. See “Secondary Latch System” later in
this section.5. The wheel wrench
has a hook that allows
you to pull the hoist
cable towards you
to assist in reaching
the spare tire.
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6. When the tire has
been lowered, tilt the
retainer (D) at the
end of the cable so it
can be pulled up
through the wheel
opening.
7. Put the spare tire near the at tire.Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire
Use the following pictures and instructions to remove
the at tire and raise the vehicle.
The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), the wheel
blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle
extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E).
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3. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown.
Front Tire Flat:If the at tire is on a front tire of the
vehicle, you’ll need to use the jack handle (C) and
only one jack handle extension (D). Attach the wheel
wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack
handle to the jack. Position the jack on the frame
behind the at tire where the frame sections overlap.
Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there
is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground.Rear Tire Flat:If the at tire is on a rear tire of the
vehicle, you’ll need to use the jack handle (C) and
both jack handle extensions (D). Attach the wheel
wrench to the jack handle extensions. Attach the
jack handle to the jack. Use the jacking pad provided
on the rear axle. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to
raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off
the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire
to clear the ground. Front Position
Rear Position
1500 SeriesRear Position
2500 Series
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4. Remove all the wheel
nuts and take off the
at tire.
5. Remove any rust or dirt
from the wheel bolts,
mounting surfaces
and spare wheel.
{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel could
come off and cause an accident. When you
change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
the places where the wheel attaches to the
vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth
or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to
get all the rust or dirt off.
{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If
you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel
could fall off, causing a serious accident.
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When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you must
also reinstall the wheel cover with attached plastic
nuts, the plastic nut caps or the smooth center cap.
If you are reinstalling a wheel cover with attached
plastic nuts, place it on the wheel and tighten the
nuts by hand to get them started. Then tighten
the nut caps with the wheel wrench until they are
snug. Do not overtighten the nut caps or they
may break.
If you are reinstalling plastic nut caps, tighten the
nuts by hand to get them started. Then tighten
the nut caps with the wheel wrench until they are
snug. Do not overtighten the nut caps or they
may break.
If you are reinstalling the smooth center cap, place
it on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats
ush with the wheel.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire, Jack
and Tools
{CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone. Store
all these in the proper place.
Notice:Storing an aluminum wheel with a at tire
under your vehicle for an extended period of time
or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the
wheel. Always stow the wheel with the valve stem
pointing down and have the wheel/tire repaired
as soon as possible.
Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire
carrier. Use the art and text following to help you:
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