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How to remove the spare wheel of a Toyota 4Runner

Model: Toyota 4runner N280 - Years 2010-2024
Part: Wheel

In the following article, we will show you how to remove the spare wheel of the Toyota 4runner from its housing in case it is needed. The tools for this operation are located in the left part of the trunk, extract the bag containing the tools, first of all you need to assemble the specific jack which in this case is brown in color, distinguishable from the other tools, once the jack is assembled you need to locate the specific housing located above the bumper, in the central part, insert the jack until it locks, then turn it counterclockwise to lower the wheel, once the wheel touches the ground remove the support hook and extract it.

Posted on 30 June 2025 by ScegliAuto

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