Removing the spare tire and jack

Removing the spare tire and jack  - Stopping and securing the vehicle - Changing the tires - Roadside Emergencies - Lincoln MKZ Owners Manual - Lincoln MKZ

1. Remove the carpeted load floor

1. Remove the carpeted load floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle and remove the lug wrench and long bolt from the tool bag.

2. Remove the bolt securing the spare tire using the lug wrench, then lift and remove the spare tire from the trunk.

3. Remove the jack retention bolt by turning it counterclockwise and remove the jack from the vehicle.

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