2009 Ford E250 Cargo Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243

Roadside Emergencies 5. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the following pattern (Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification): WARNING: Never use wheels or lug nuts different than the original equipment as this could damage the wheel or mounting system. This damage could allow the wheels to come off while the vehicle is being driven. 6. Install any wheel covers, ornaments or hub caps. Make sure they are snapped in place. 7. Stow the jack, handle and lug wrench. 8. Unblock the wheels. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing in the direction specified on the Tire Changing Instructions located with the jack hardware. 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience. 243 2009 Econoline (eco) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)