1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 249

Stow theflat tire in the cargo areaof two-door Utility and Suburban models and secure it tothe tire carrier. To stow the flat tire: 1. Put the cover back on tire if your vehicle has one. the 2. Put the flat tirein the cargo area of the vehicle, over the retainer bolt. 3. Slide the adapter onto the bolt in the proper location for your model and put the wing nut on. 4. Turn the wing nut clockwise until the adapter is tight and secureagainst the wheel. 5. Close the tire cover, if you have one- Spare Tire 1. Carrier 2. J-Bolt 3. Adapter 4. Spare Tire 5. Nut -- Two-Door Utility Model 6. Cover 7. Pins 8. J-Bolt 9. Use Upper Hole and Pin for P265 Tire or Lower Hole and Pin for LT225/245, P245 and P235 Tires Be sure theJ-bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size as shown. 5-34