1996 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual - Page 210

I NOTICE: To help avoid vehicledamage, do not drive the vehicle before the cableis restored. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. I t.c L A Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. U The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool. 5-24