emergency towing FORD EXPLORER 1997 2.G Owners Manual
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16. Install the lug nuts and tighten
until snug.
17. Lower the vehicle and tighten
the lug nuts as shown.
18. Unblock the wheels and place
the flat tire, jack hhandle and lug
wrench away.
Stowing flat tires
Stow aluminum wheel and tire
with the valve stem down.
To stow largest flat tire, place it
inside the vehicle and secure with
a webbing retainer.
The conventional spare tire
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a conventional spare tire which
can be used as a spare or a regular
tire. This spare tire is identical to
the other tires on your vehicle,
although the wheel style may not
match.
The temporary spare tire
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a temporary spare tire. This spare
is smaller than a regular tire and is
intended for emergency use only.
Us this spare when you get a flat
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