2004 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 188
2004 Nissan Xterra Manual
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9. Seat the T-shaped end of the jack rod into the T-shaped opening of the tire winch. Apply pressure to keep the jack rod engaged in the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. 10. Once the spare tire is completely lowered, reach under the vehicle, remove the retainer chain, and carefully slide the tire from under the rear of the vehicle. CAUTION Be sure to center the spare tire suspending plate on the wheel and then lift the spare tire. Type A WCE0060 WCE0071 Removing wheel cover CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel caps or wheel covers. Doing so could result in personal injury. Remove the wheel cover as follows: Use caution not to scratch the wheel cover or wheel surface. Type B Type A: Firmly grasp the center wheel cap and turn either clockwise or counterclockwise to remove. Type B: 1. Wrap the end of a screwdriver with a cloth. 2. Pry the center wheel cap off by pushing on the handle of the screwdriver in the direction shown. 6-6 In case of emergency