2015 Nissan Xterra Owner's Manual - Page 295

the spare tire winch and turn the jack rod counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. 6. 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. Do not remove the rubber spacer. LCE2021 7. To reinstall the wheel, insert the tire chain through the wheel. Be sure the rubber spacer is centered on the wheel before lifting. Use the assembled jack rod and slowly rotate the winch clockwise to raise the wheel to the vehicle. WCE0153 4. Fit the square end of the jack rod into the square hole of the wheel nut wrench to form a handle. 5. 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 6-6 In case of emergency