2000 Toyota Sienna Owners Manual - Page 217

00 SIENNA(U) Then secure the tire by repeating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. Make sure to pull the tire straight up without catching on any other part. Do not overtighten the bolt. Stop turning it when you begin to feel resistance on your hand. After storing the tire, make sure it is securely locked by pushing it forward and rearward. Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 until the jack is free. To store: Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. To remove the spare tire; Open the back door and you will find the spare tire clamp bolt near the back door latch. 1. Loosen the spare tire clamp bolt by turning it counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. 2. After the tire is lowered completely to the ground, remove the holding bracket. Compact spare tire- When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the inner side of the wheel facing up. Except compact spare tire- When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up. 217