2005 Chevrolet Colorado Owner's Manual - Page 351

3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-71. 5. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with the backs facing each other. 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the wheel. 9. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the tire. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack on the wheel blocks, separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 10. Continue raising the jack until the tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place, the secondary latch has released and the tire is balancing on the jack. 5-83