2003 Lexus GX 470 Owners Manual - Page 864

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare tire: 1. Open the back door and remove the spare tire carrier lid using a flat−bladed screwdriver. 2. Insert the end of the jack handle extension into the lowering screw and put a cloth between the jack handle extension and rear bumper for protecting the bumper surface. 3. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise with the handle, making sure the handle remains firmly fitted onto the jack handle extension. 4. After the tire is lowered completely to the ground, remove the holding bracket. When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 40PY041 NOTICE Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the hook securely. " 1 Lower 2 Raise 3 Cloth 367