MTB2022
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I lowered my spare down and flipped it over so I can get at the Schrader valve to check the pressure periodically....
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I'm 6"4", and I had a 2018 Platinum and now a 2022 Platinum. You are a 100% correct!!! I have taken to use a rubbermaid step stool, so I can reach the dipstick!!! A friend of mine has a GMC Yukon Denali (sp?) and it is worse!!
GixxerJasen
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Same, I did this shortly after getting it and checking the pressure before the first road trip.
duneslider
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I only use the rear glass when stuff is pilled high enough to be near where the glass opens. I still am a huge fan of the glass opening, its a feature I really like.
Deadman
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I'm 6' and I can't reach the damn dipstick either. I thought I was a kid the first time fumbling around trying to reach in there. lol. Its down low in the engine bay, but you need a step to reach over the fender, its super awkward.
JasonH
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Step up on a wheel spoke or lay on the top of the fender. It is ridiculously tall. It makes common repairs, like changing spark plugs, a challenge.
GixxerJasen
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Try being 5'7", it's all like
with your feet up in the air flailing around.
I added a hose to the spare so I can check it from underneath the SUV without lowering the spare. Takes 20 seconds to check the spare tire pressure. I do that on all vehicles in which the spare valve is not accessible.
At 5'9", I don't have a problem reaching the dipstick to check the oil. But when I wash the Expedition at home, I need a step ladder to do the roof. Hence, the roof doesn't get washed that often, lol. Well, no one can see it anyway, except for 18 wheeler drivers.
Wangle
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I am 6’3” and my wife is 5’2”. We replaced a 2003 Eddie Bauer with our 2018. She always used to check the oil on our 2003. On this one I told her never mind. LOL
I actually think that lowering the spare once a year is a good idea just to make sure it will work when you need it to.
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