2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE spare wheel

To access the spare tire, refer to the following
graphics and instructions:
A. Hoist Assembly
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Hoist Shaft
Access
Cover/Hole
D. Jack Handle
Extensions
E. Wheel Wrench
F. Hoist CableG. Tire Retainer
H. Spare Tire
(Valve Stem
Pointed Down)
I. Hoist Shaft
Access Hole
J. Hoist End of
Extension Tool
K. Spare Tire Lock1. Open the hoist shaft access door (C) on the
bumper to access the spare tire lock (K).
2. Insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and
then pull it to remove the spare tire lock.
3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D)
and wheel wrench (E) as shown.
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4. Insert the open end
of the extension (J)
through the hole
in the rear
bumper (I) (hoist
shaft access hole).
Be sure the hoist end (J) of the extension (D)
connects to the hoist shaft (B). The ribbed
square end of the extension is used to lower
the spare tire.
5. Turn the wheel wrench (E) counterclockwise
to lower the spare tire (H) 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. SeeSecondary Latch
System on page 543for more information.6. Use the wheel
wrench hook that
allows you to
pull the hoist cable
towards you, to
assist in reaching
the spare tire.
7. Tilt the tire
retainer (G) at the
end of the cable
when the tire
has been lowered,
so it can be
pulled up through
the wheel opening.
8. Put the spare tire near the at tire.
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Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
Use the following pictures and instructions to
remove the at tire and raise the vehicle.
1. Remove the center cap, if your vehicle has
one, by placing the chisel end of the wheel
wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry
the cap out.If the wheel has bolt-on wheel covers, loosen
the plastic nut caps by turning the wheel
wrench counterclockwise. If needed, nish
loosening them by hand. The nut caps will not
come off. Using the at end of the wheel
wrench, pry along the edge of the cover until
it comes off.
2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel
nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise
to loosen the wheel nuts. Do not remove
the wheel nuts yet.
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Front Tire Flat:If the at tire is on a front tire
of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack
handle and only one jack handle extension.
Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle
extension. Attach the jack handle to the
jack (A). 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.
Front Position
Rear Position – 1500 Models
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Rear Tire Flat:If the at tire is on a rear
tire of the vehicle, you will need to use
the jack handle (B) and both jack handle
extensions (C). Attach the wheel wrench (D) to
the jack handle extensions (C). Attach the jack
handle (B) to the jack (A). Use the jacking pad
provided on the rear axle. Turn the wheel
wrench (D) 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.
4. Remove all of the
wheel nuts.
5. Take off the at tire.
Rear Position – All Other Models
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{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts
to which it is fastened, can make the
wheel nuts become loose after 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 needed, to
get all the rust or dirt off.6. Remove any rust or
dirt from the wheel
bolts, mounting
surfaces and spare
wheel.
{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.
7. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded
end of the nuts toward the wheel after
mounting the spare tire.
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When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you
must also reinstall the either the center cap, or
bolt-on hub cap, depending on what your vehicle
has. For center caps, place the cap on the
wheel and tap it into place until it seats ush with
the wheel. The cap only goes on one way. Be
sure to line up the tab on the center cap with the
indentation on the wheel. For bolt-on hub caps,
align the plastic nut caps with the wheel nuts and
then tighten by hand. Then use the wheel
wrench to tighten.
Secondary Latch System
Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist
assembly which has a secondary latch system.
It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly
falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch
to work, the spare tire must be installed with
the valve stem pointing down. SeeStoring a Flat
or Spare Tire and Tools on page 547.
{CAUTION:
Before beginning this procedure read all
the instructions. Failure to read and follow
the instructions could damage the hoist
assembly and you and others could get
hurt. Read and follow the instructions
listed next.
To release the spare tire from the secondary latch,
do the following:
1. Check under the
vehicle to see if the
cable end is
visible. If the cable
is not visible,
proceed to Step 6.
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2. If it is visible, rst try to tighten the cable by
turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you
hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You
cannot overtighten the cable.
3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise three or four turns.
4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If
the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue
with Step 5 ofRemoving the Spare Tire
and Tools on page 533.
5. If the spare tire does not lower, turn the wheel
wrench counterclockwise until approximately
6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed.
6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends,
with the backs facing each other.7. Place the bottom
edge of the jack (A)
on the wheel
blocks (B),
separating them so
that the jack is
balanced securely.
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