2006 Cadillac SRX Owner's Manual - Page 372

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the rear of the vehicle. To access the equipment, do the following: 1. Remove the storage bin to access the jack if your vehicle has the cargo management system. If your vehicle has the third row seat, remove the head rest storage tray to access the jack. Removing the Spare Tire The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-86 for more information about the compact spare. To remove the spare tire from the vehicle, do the following: A. Wheel Wrench B. Cable C. Retainer D. Compact Spare Tire 1. Open the liftgate. See Power Liftgate on page 2-12 for more information. 2. Turn the wing nut (A) holding the jack (B) (and storage tray, if applicable) counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Remove the jack and wheel wrench (C). 5-74 2. Open the storage compartment door of the cargo management system that is nearest the liftgate and remove the container. 3. Attach the wheel wrench (A) into the hoist shaft.