How to Get the Spare Tire Off a 1992 Sonoma Truck
The 1992 GMC Sonoma's spare tire is easily viewed beneath the bed. If you want to replace the spare tire, check its inflation level or change a flat tire, you'll need to get the spare tire out of its mount. The Sonoma's spare-tire compartment uses a retainer cable to secure the tire. The jack set included with your Sonoma contains the tool needed to get the spare tire off the truck.
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Instructions
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With the engine off, engage the emergency brake. Push the front seat forward to access the rear cabin.
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Look in the corner of the rear cabin to find the storage compartment. Turn the wing nut on the compartment lid to remove and access the tools. The compartment contains wheel blocks, a jack and a wheel wrench. Remove the wheel wrench.
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Examine the center of the rear bumper around the license plate. Look for the hole to the left of the license plate. Insert the chiseled end of the wheel wrench into the hole. Push it firmly to connect it to the spare-tire hoist shaft.
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Rotate the wheel wrench's handle counterclockwise to release the spare tire. The tire will slowly lower from its mount. Continue turning until the tire touches the ground.
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Grasp the metal retainer beneath the spare tire. This secures the spare to the cable. Turn the retainer up to slide it through the center of the spare tire. The spare tire is now free.
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Tips & Warnings
Re-install the spare tire by pushing the metal retainer through the top and positioning it sideways to secure the tire. Re-insert the wheel wrench into the bumper hole. Turn it clockwise to raise the spare tire into place.
