How to Remove the Spare Tire of a Buick GL8

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LeEzra
07/30/25 3:23am
Here are the steps to remove the spare tire of a Buick GL8: 1. Attach the folding wrench to the extension rod. 2. Insert the chisel end of the rod diagonally through the hole in the rear bumper, then insert the lifting shaft into this hole. 3. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise until the spare tire lowers to the ground, and continue turning until the spare tire loosens and can be removed. Below is some related information: Spare tires on the market are categorized by size into full-size spare tires and non-full-size spare tires. 1. Full-size spare tire: A full-size spare tire is identical to the car's original tires and rims, allowing for normal use after replacement. The advantage is perfect interchangeability between the tire and the spare, but it is slightly more expensive and heavier. 2. Non-full-size spare tire: Non-full-size spare tires generally use steel rims and are smaller than the car's original tires and rims. The advantages are lower cost and lighter weight, but they are not suitable for long-term use.
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