Service manual

Suspension Tires and Wheels 3-25
2006 LSSV Service Manual Supplement
Spare Tire Carrier Replacement (In
Vehicle)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the spare tire. Refer to Spare Tire Replacement
(In Vehicle).
2. Remove the hex bolts (1) from the carrier.
3. Remove the torx bolts (2) from the carrier.
4. Remove the carrier (3) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the carrier (3) into the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the torx bolts (2) and tighten.
Tighten
Tighten the torx bolts to 53 N•m (39 lb ft).
3. Install the hex bolts (1) and tighten.
Tighten
Tighten the hex bolts to 35 N•m (26 lb ft).
4. Install the spare tire. Refer to Spare Tire Replacement (In
Vehicle).
Spare Tire Carrier Replacement (Bed
Mounted)
Removal Procedure
Caution: Be careful not to drop tire and wheel assemblies
on your hands and feet. Lift properly, using your legs as
well as your body. Tires and wheels are heavy and can
cause injury if not handled correctly.
1. Remove the spare tire wheel nuts.
2. Remove the spare tire from the spare tire carrier.
3. Using the aid of an assistant secure reinforcement
bracket.
4. Remove the short bolts (2) from both sides of the carrier.
5. Remove the long bolts (1) from both sides of the carrier.
6. Remove the carrier from the bed of the vehicle.