Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2007 - Manual (Page 238)

Removing the spare tire
1. Open liftgate and lift flap in the
carpeting on the rear tub cargo floor
to expose the hex nut. Insert the
lug nut wrench on the hex nut in
cargo floor.
2. Turn the wrench
counterclockwise until cable is slack
and tire can be slid rearward.
3. Remove the primary retainer from
the center of the tire.
Note: Do not stow the full size tire or any flat tire under the vehicle.
Stowing the primary tether
Note: If no tire is to be stowed
under the vehicle, raise the primary
tether by turning the wrench
clockwise until the hex nut ratchets.
2007 Monterey (mty)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Roadside Emergencies
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