2005 Subaru Baja Owner's Manual - Page 330

In case of emergency 1 2 UB9062BB UB9063BA 1) Holding rod 2) Retainer 5. Secure the flat tire by tightening the tire holding rod. The tire holding rod and retainer are designed solely to secure a flat tire in emergency. Do not use them for another purpose such as securing cargo. 6. Store the jack and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations. 7. Put the rubber cap back in its original position after everything has been restored. Driving with the temporary spare tire Your spare tire is only a temporary spare which is designed for temporary emergency use only. When driving with the temporary spare tire, follow the instruc- CONTINUED - 3. Place the flat tire in the cargo bed with the outer side of the wheel facing up. For an aluminum wheel, remove the center cap before placing it in the cargo bed. 4. Place the retainer on the center hole of the wheel as illustrated and put the tire holding rod into the retainer. If the flat tire is separated from its wheel completely, the retailer should be placed upside down on the wheel. 9-17