1999 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 432

40X003d " 1 Lower 2 Raise 3 Paper To remove the spare tire: 1. Remove the spare tire carrier lid using a slotted screwdriver. 2. Insert the end of the jack handle extension into the lowering screw and turn it counterclockwise with the handle, making sure the handle remains firmly fitted onto the jack handle extension. 3. 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.