My spare tire or spare tire kit came with a ring that is about 3-4" in diameter. What is it for, and what do I do with it?

This ring is an actual component of the spare tire. It is referred to as a hub ring and is typically used (with some exceptions) on vehicles that use lug bolts.

In some cases, the large hole in the center of your spare wheel (sometimes called the center bore) will be larger than the center bore of your factory wheels. The hub ring is placed into the back of the spare wheel's center bore, essentially making the resulting hole the same size as your factory wheels. Without this ring in place, installation of the spare can be frustrating because the lug holes may not line up easily. When the ring is placed in the back of the spare wheel, and the spare is placed against the vehicle's hub, you can line up the lug holes by simply rotating the wheel. 

Some vehicle models use lug nuts on threaded studs compared to lug bolts. Hub rings are typically not required for these vehicles. However, we may still include a hub ring with your spare tire. The type of lug nuts on these models do not properly center the wheel when tightened down, and the hub ring will ensure the wheel is centered on the hub. 

Please review the order packing list included in your shipment. The packing list will list all included components for your specific vehicle. Please review the list and ensure each component is included in your order.

If a component such as a hub ring is not listed, it will not be required.