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6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire.
After raising the tire halfway upward, check to
make sure the retainer is still seated properly across
the wheel opening and that the tire is level with
the underside of the vehicle.
7. Continue raising the tire until it is fully against the
underside of the vehicle and you hear two clicks or
feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the
cable.
8. For the Z71 model, to ensure that the tire is level
and positioned properly in the spare tire well, turn
the wheel wrench counterclockwise two turns
to slightly loosen the tire and wheel assembly.
Grasp the tire and make needed adjustments
to ensure that the tire is completely level and
properly positioned in the spare tire well.
Repeat Step 7.
9. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable.
10. Reinstall the spare tire lock (if equipped).
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