2010 Ford Edge Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253

Roadside Emergencies When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 2. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn the engine off. Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the carpeted load floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle. 2. Remove the spare tire cover (if equipped). 3. Remove the wing nut securing the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Remove the plastic washer. 5. Lift and remove the temporary spare tire from the cargo area. 6. Remove the jack assembly from the vehicle. Loosen the bag tabs and remove the jack and lug wrench from the bag. 7. Fold down the wrench socket used to loosen the lug nuts and operate the jack. 253