How do you lower the spare tire on a 99 ford ranger?

To lower the spare tire on a 1999 Ford Ranger, first locate the spare tire winch mechanism, which is typically found under the truck bed near the rear. Remove the access cover if necessary, and insert the tire lowering tool (often found in the vehicle’s tool kit) into the winch. Turn the tool counterclockwise to lower the tire until it's fully released. Once lowered, you can pull the spare tire out from its storage position.