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4.
Remove the other end of the positive (+)
cable from the discharged battery.
After the vehicle is started, let it idle for a while
to let the engine “relearn” its idle conditions.
Drive it around for a while with all electrical
accessories turned off to let the battery recharge.
You may need to use a battery charger to fully
recharge the battery.
If you need to replace your battery, see
Battery
in the
Servicing Your Vehicle
chapter.
Changing a Tire
If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off
the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on
the hazard flashers.
The Conventional Spare Tire
If you have the conventional spare tire, you can
use it as a spare or as a regular tire. This spare
tire is identical to the other tires that come with
your vehicle, although the wheel may not match.
R
WARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
Extended use of other than matching size spare
tires on a Traction-Lok axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
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Spare Tire Location
The spare tire for your Bronco is mounted inside
on a carrier at the right rear quarter panel unless
you have an optional outside mounted spare
tire. To remove the spare tire, remove the wing
nut and plate. If so equipped, use a door key to
unlock the lock assembly and remove the plate.
To stow the spare tire, place the wheel on the
bolt and tighten the plate and wing nut, or lock
assembly, if so equipped.
Inside spare tire assembly
Spare tire mount
The optional outside mounted spare tire is
mounted on a swing-away carrier that hinges on
the outside right rear corner of the truck.
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To remove the outside mounted spare tire:
Removal and installation of spare tire cover
1.
Lift the edge of the spare tire cover behind
the top of the tire and slide the cover over
the tire and downward.
2.
Remove the security lock, retaining nut and
mounting plate.
3.
Slide the tire outward and lift off the carrier.
If you have difficulty removing the retaining
nut, turn the nut counterclockwise by using the
tapered end of the lug nut wrench in one of the
slots at either end of the retaining nut.
To stow the outside mounted spare tire:
1.
Place the spare tire on the carrier over the
bolt, styled side in.
2.
Place the plate on the bolt and tighten the
retaining nut securely.
3.
Install security lock.
4.
Position the cover over the edge of the tire
with the drainage eyelet at the bottom. Slide
the cover upward, wrapping it around the
edge of the tire until the cover is completely
fitted.
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NOTE:
If your truck has optional aluminum
wheels, you should slip the anti-scratch
spacer over the “J” bolt between the
tire and carrier to prevent scratching
the aluminum styled-side surface.
Optional outside mounted spare tire and carrier
R
WARNING
Make sure the spare tire and jacking
equipment are stowed and secured in the
proper storage location.
Preparing to Change the Tire
NOTE:
To lift your vehicle by other than the
front or rear jacking points, be sure to
use only hoist adapters with a wide
contact surface.
1.
Make sure that your vehicle will not move
or roll. If you have an automatic
transmission, put the gearshift in Park. If
you have a manual transmission, put the
gearshift in Reverse. Set the parking brake
and block the wheel that is diagonally
opposite the tire that you are changing.
NOTE:
Make sure the ignition is in the OFF
position.
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