2014 Ford Explorer Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 380

Wheels and Tires 379 WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. WARNING: Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Note: If the third-row seat is stowed in the floor, you will need to unstow it (raised position) to access the spare tire and jack. See Rear Seats in the Seats chapter for this procedure. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place the transmission selector lever in position P and turn the engine off. 3. Turn the two knobs on the floor filler counterclockwise, then remove the floor filler and carpeted floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle. 2014 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2013 USA (fus)