2003 Buick Rendezvous Owner's Manual - Page 382

B 4. 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. A. Rear Convenience D. Hoist Shaft E. Compact Spare Tire Center F. Retainer B. Folding Wrench G. Hoist Shaft Assembly C. Storage Compartment Cap Hole 1. Open the storage compartment door of the convenience center that is nearest the liftgate and remove the cap on the bottom of the storage compartment. 2. Flip the cut out carpet that is located through the hole of the storage compartment. 3. Attach the folding wrench into the hoist shaft. 5. To remove the spare tire from the cable, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening. 6. After removing the spare tire, turn the wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up. Do not store a full-size or a flat road tire under the vehicle. See "Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools" later in this section. 5-71