How do you remove the spare tire on a 2005 Mazda MPV?

Answer 1

Make sure to perform the proper safety precautions before attempting.

1) Locate the tool bag in the spare tire/tool storage compartment (left side panel in rear of veh. behind 3rd row seat).

2) If you have a veh. that is equipped w/side-spoiler, remove the fasteners on both sides of the spoiler cap by turning them counterclockwise. Pull the spoiler cap out. (right side, caps under spoiler).

3) Locate the spare tire carrier socket cap on the right, in front of 2nd row seat. Unscrew it by turning counterclockwise. Remove the spare tire lever and lug wrench from tool bag.

4) Raise the reclining lever and push the front seatback forward and out of way (make sure seatback locked).

5) Insert spare tire lever into spare tire carrier socket. Fit lug wrench to opposite end of spare tire lever. Slowly turn lug wrench counterclockwise until spare tire reaches ground and cable becomes loose (do not loosen cable too much).

6) Rotate the small lever in top of retaining plate of spare tire and pull retaining plate out from center hole of tire.