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How to Remove the Spare Wheel from Pickups

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Wheel

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We often think that spare wheels are located inside a car's boot; however, many car manufacturers have taken to placing the spare wheel underneath the vehicle to make the boot more spacious, as seen in pickups. Today, we will explain how to extract a spare wheel located in the lower area of a pickup truck.

To remove the wheel, open the flap on the rear bumper and insert the truck's key inside, turning it until the socket is released. Once the socket is removed, insert a metal rod and turn it until the wheel disconnects from its housing.


Updated on 18 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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