FORD 2013 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 384)

WARNING: Always use the jack provided as original equipment with
your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one provided as original
equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for
the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications.
Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
Note: If the 3rd row seat is stowed in the floor, you will need to unstow
it (raised position) to access the spare tire and jack. Refer to Rear Seats
in the Seats chapter for this procedure.
1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard
flashers.
2. Place the transmission selector lever in position P and turn the engine
off.
3. Turn the two knobs on the floor
filler counterclockwise, then remove
the floor filler and carpeted floor
panel located in the rear of the
vehicle.
4. Remove the wing nut securing the
spare tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Lift and remove the spare tire from
the spare tire well.
384 Wheels and Tires
2013 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)