2009 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 325

To lower the spare tire from the vehicle: A. B. C. D. Spare Tire Tire/Wheel Retainer Hoist Cable Hoist Assembly E. Hoist Shaft F. Jack Handle and Hoist Extensions G. Wheel Wrench 1. Assemble the wheel wrench (G) to one or two of the jack handle extensions and the hoist extension. Insert the hoist extension end through the hole in the rear bumper. 2. Be sure the hoist extension end connects to the hoist shaft (E). The chiseled end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire. 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 5-94. 5-85