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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 1999 🢒 Eighty Eight 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Spare Tire Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 310003 Size: SH
  1. Remove the spare tire cover (1).
  2. Remove the spare tire hold-down (2).
  3. Remove the spare tire (3).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 310003 Size: SH
  1. Properly position the spacer blocks (4) in the spare tire well.
  2. Install the spare tire (3).

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the spare tire hold-down (2).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the spare tire hold-down to 5.5 N·m (49 lb in).

  4. Install the spare tire cover (1).