2009 Dodge Durango

I bought my truck but it didn't have the jack, tire iron, or (critically) the spare tire lowering tool. NO shop could find one for me, and they cost $100 on Ebay as part of an OEM kit.

BUT... I found a workaround that doesn't require the special tool to lower the spare tire. I'm sharing my $10 solution.

I bought a 3/8" drive, 3"long extension bar (Gearhead brand, model GH6080) which fits over the square "nipple" that cranks to lower the tire. It fits pretty well on it, and I turn it with a 3/8" crescent wrench to lower it. A little time consuming but it works.

If anyone wants to see pics of it for any reason, I'll post them. I was going batsh*t crazy looking for a tool, so I hope this helps someone out.

 

They make a 3/8" square drive socket. That way u can use a ratchet....or better yet, a speed-handle...... 2c