2018-Ford-Explorer-Owners-Manual-

Wheels and Tires

Stowing the flat tire 1. Stand the flat tire vertically in the mini-spare tub with the tire's valve stem facing rearward toward the luggage compartment.

3. Turn the L-shaped bolt clockwise into the threaded hole in the luggage compartment back panel until the tire is secured. 4. Unblock thediagonally oppositewheel. Stowing the jack

2. Fasten the flat tire to the luggage compartment back panel by inserting the L-shaped bolt through one of the lug bolt holes in the wheel.

With the roadwheel in the vertical position in the spare tire tub, the jack assembly will not fit in its standard position. Secure the jack in the alternate position by inserting the wing bolt through the jack as shown.

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