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steve summers Enthusiast

steve summers

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Had a little tire issue today and went to remove the spare to replace a flat. Turns out the winch would unwind some of the cable dropping the tire about 3-4 inches, then the tire would hang up and the cable would continue to feed out. I know there is some sort of anti-theft device on the winch, I think it is hung up somehow. Has anyone else seen this issue and might have some hints on what to do? I'm better now but about an hour ago I was ready to remove the winch with a torch...:)

cvandegna Enthusiast

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Had a little tire issue today and went to remove the spare to replace a flat. Turns out the winch would unwind some of the cable dropping the tire about 3-4 inches, then the tire would hang up and the cable would continue to feed out. I know there is some sort of anti-theft device on the winch, I think it is hung up somehow. Has anyone else seen this issue and might have some hints on what to do? I'm better now but about an hour ago I was ready to remove the winch with a torch... :)

 

My '04 doesn't have anything except the lock on the cover.

jrrod2004 Senior Enthusiast

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Had a little tire issue today and went to remove the spare to replace a flat. Turns out the winch would unwind some of the cable dropping the tire about 3-4 inches, then the tire would hang up and the cable would continue to feed out. I know there is some sort of anti-theft device on the winch, I think it is hung up somehow. Has anyone else seen this issue and might have some hints on what to do? I'm better now but about an hour ago I was ready to remove the winch with a torch... :)

 

 

There is a secondary latch mechanism that may be locked and it will have to be unlocked:

 

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  1. Rotate the hoist shaft counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable (1) is exposed.

     

  2. While holding the latch pin (3), fully depress the latch button (2) and release the secondary latch from the hoist assembly. Some side-to-side and/or up-and-down movement may be necessary to disengage the latch mechanism.

     

  3. Continue rotating the hoist shaft counterclockwise in order to lower the hoist the rest of the way.

     

  4. If this does not release the secondary latch, the spare tire hoist will need to be replaced.

     

 

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Had a little tire issue today and went to remove the spare to replace a flat. Turns out the winch would unwind some of the cable dropping the tire about 3-4 inches, then the tire would hang up and the cable would continue to feed out. I know there is some sort of anti-theft device on the winch, I think it is hung up somehow. Has anyone else seen this issue and might have some hints on what to do? I'm better now but about an hour ago I was ready to remove the winch with a torch... :)

 

 

There is a secondary latch mechanism that may be locked and it will have to be unlocked:

 

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  1. Rotate the hoist shaft counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable (1) is exposed.

     

  2. While holding the latch pin (3), fully depress the latch button (2) and release the secondary latch from the hoist assembly. Some side-to-side and/or up-and-down movement may be necessary to disengage the latch mechanism.

     

  3. Continue rotating the hoist shaft counterclockwise in order to lower the hoist the rest of the way.

     

  4. If this does not release the secondary latch, the spare tire hoist will need to be replaced.

     

 

 

That seems to be the issue, I will try that process once I get it back from the tire shop. Could you possibly post the procedure to replace the hoist as well?

 

Thanks!

jrrod2004 Senior Enthusiast

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Removal Procedure

 

 


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  2. If the vehicle is equipped with a spare tire stowage lock cylinder, open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and using the ignition key, remove the lock. Notice: Use only hand tools to lower and raise the spare tire hoist assembly. Do not use air tools. The use of air tools at high speeds will damage the spare tire hoist assembly.
     
     
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  3. Rotate the hoist shaft counterclockwise in order to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to rotate the shaft until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle and removed. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower.
  4. If the secondary latch is engaged and the cable end is visible, perform the following procedure:

    3.1. Tighten the cable by rotating the hoist shaft clockwise until you hear 2 clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable.

     

     

    3.2. Loosen the cable by rotating the hoist shaft counterclockwise 3 or 4 turns.

     

     

    3.3. If the spare tire can be lowered, repeat steps 1 and 2 to see if the spare tire can be removed.

     

     

    3.4. If the spare tire cannot be lowered, rotate the hoist shaft counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable is exposed.

     

     

    3.5. Raise and support the vehicle.

     

     

    3.6. Place a transmission jack, or equivalent, under the spare tire.

     

     

    3.7. Position the center of the transmission jack under the secondary latch release button at the center of the spare tire. Arrange the arms of the transmission jack so they will support the tire after it has been released.

     

     

    3.8. Raise the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is firmly held in place, releasing the secondary latch.

     

     

    3.9. Lower the tire. If the spare tire is hanging by the cable, rotate the hoist shaft counterclockwise until the tire is low enough to remove.

     


  5. If the secondary latch is engaged and the cable end is NOT visible, perform the following procedure:

    4.1. Raise and support the vehicle.


     

     

    4.2. Place a transmission jack, or equivalent, under the spare tire.

     

     

    4.3. Position the center of the transmission jack under the secondary latch release button at the center of the spare tire. Arrange the arms of the transmission jack so they will support the tire after it has been released.

     

     

    4.4. Raise the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is firmly held in place, releasing the secondary latch.

     

     

    4.5. Lower the tire and remove it from the jack.

     


  6. Raise and support the vehicle if it is not already raised.
  7. Depress the tabs, remove the guide shaft from the hoist collar, and slide the shaft toward the bumper.
  8. Remove the collar from the hoist
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  9. Remove the bolt.
  10. Remove the hoist from the bracket.
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  11. Remove the spare tire hoist shaft guide from the bumper.

Installation Procedure

 

 


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  2. Install the spare tire hoist shaft guide to the bumper.
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  3. Install the hoist to the crossmember. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
     
  4. Install the bolt.Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).
     
  5. Install the collar to the hoist
  6. Install the shaft to the hoist.
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  7. Install the spare tire to the hoist. Notice: Use only hand tools to lower and raise the spare tire hoist assembly. Do not use air tools. The use of air tools at high speeds will damage the spare tire hoist assembly.
     
  8. Rotate the hoist shaft clockwise until the spare tire is in position and the hoist clicks 2 times or it skips twice. You cannot overtighten the cable.
  9. Remove the safety stands.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
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  11. Install the spare tire stowage lock cylinder.

 

 

 

Sorry it did not post with the pics before

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