1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 251

For four-door utility models equipped with an underbody spare tire carrier, follow these instructions to restore a spare or flattire: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don't want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as "rocking" can help you get out when you're stuck, but you must use caution. 1. Lay the tire on the ground at the rear the vehicle. of Position the tire that the valve stem is pointed so down and to therear of the vehicle. 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel . opening. Make sure that the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. n 3. Attach the ratchet, with the UP mark facing you, near the hook at the endof the jack handle. Insert the other end, on angle, through the hole in the rear an bumper and into-thehoist shaft. I A CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you others could be injured. And, or the transmissionor other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you're stuck, spin the wheels little as possible. Don't as spin the wheels above35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. 4. Raise the tire fully againstthe underside of the vehicle. Continue turning the ratchet until there are two "clicks" or "ratchets." The spare tire hoist cannot be over-tightened. 5. Grasp and push against the tire to be sure it is stored securely and does not move. 5-36