Buick 2005 Rendezvous User Manual

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The tools you will be using include the jack (A), folding
wrench (B), wing nut (C), and J-hook (D).

Removing the Spare Tire (Vehicles
without a Rear Convenience Center)

The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle,
behind the rear bumper. Use the spare tire hoist to raise,
lower and store the compact spare tire. See Compact
Spare Tire
on page 5-94 for more information about the
compact spare.

A. Hoist Shaft

B. Folding Wrench

C. Hoist Assembly

D. Retainer

E. Compact Spare Tire

1. Flip the rear cargo area carpet cut out to expose

the hoist shaft.

2. Attach the folding wrench into the hoist shaft.

3. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower

the spare tire to the ground. Continue turning the
wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out
from under the vehicle.

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