2013 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - Page 311

Vehicle Care 4. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and remove the spare tire. Place either end of the extension into a retainer hole to loosen the retainer nut if unable to by hand. 5. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed. 10-59 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑56 for more information. 2. For vehicles with a wheel cover or center cap, pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel to remove it. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet. Notice: Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 4. Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. The location is indicated by a mark on the bottom edge of the front and rear door plastic molding. The jack must not be used in any other position. 5. Place the jack notch under the frame rail seam.