Stowing the mini-spare and jack
1. Adjust the jack to the proper
height to install the wrench. Turn
the jack lead screw until the arrow
on the upper link is slightly below
the circle indicator shown on the
lower link.
Press button (A) to retract the
wrench handle and place the
wrench over the raised tab on the
lower link and drop the tang (B)
through the hole in the diagonally
opposite upper link. Turn the lead
screw of the jack clockwise until the
arrow aligns with the circle
indicator to secure the wrench onto
the jack.
2. Place the jack in the foam tray and secure it with the attached strap.
3. Place the foam tray over the mounting bracket on the floor of the
spare tire well.
4. Replace the mini-spare over the jack and secure with the wing nut.
Stowing the flat tire
1. Place the third-row seat in the
raised position.
2. Secure the jack kit in the
alternate position by inserting the
wing bolt through the jack as
shown.
Note:
The L-shaped bolt is located in the foam tray.
A
B
Wheels and Tires
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2015 Explorer
(exp)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, September 2014
USA
(fus)