2002 Ford F250 Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 167

Roadside Emergencies 2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to the jack handle (B). 3. Fully insert the jack handle through the bumper hole and into the guide tube. The key and lock will engage with a slight push and counterclockwise turn. Some resistance will be felt when turning the jack handle assembly. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is slack. 5. Remove the retainer through the center of the wheel. Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Place gearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift On the Fly 4WD: Place transfer case in any position. • Manual shift transfer case 4WD: Place transfer case in 2H, 4H or 4L. 167