Dorman 925-522 Spare Tire Hoist

Spare Tire Hoist for Ford F-150

Dorman 925-522 is a direct replacement spare tire hoist for specific Ford F-150 trucks. It is engineered to match the original design and features a protective coating to help resist rust and corrosion over time.

Key Features

• Specific-fit spare tire hoist for 2015-2017 Ford F-150
• Matches the original hoist design for OE-style fitment
• Steel bracket and steel cable construction
• Black coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• 26-inch cable length and 65 weight capacity
• Mounts with 2 holes and uses the original-style attachment points

Detailed Description

When the factory spare tire hoist rusts out or seizes from corrosion, Dorman 925-522 provides a replacement built for the same application. This spare tire hoist is made for the 2015-2017 Ford F-150 and is designed to restore spare tire retention and lowering function without changing the vehicle’s original layout. The steel bracket, steel cable, and protective black coating support long-term durability in underbody conditions. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers FL3Z1A131A and HL3Z1A131C for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Rusted or corroded spare tire hoist assemblies
• Spare tire lowering problems caused by a seized cable or mechanism
• Loss of spare tire retention under the vehicle
• Replacement needs after the original hoist wears out
• Restoration of factory-style spare tire storage on Ford F-150 trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2015-2017 Ford F-150. Verify the vehicle’s original hoist design, mounting points, and cable routing before installation. Use the existing mounting location and confirm proper spare tire engagement and lowering operation after installation. Dorman 925-522 is a specific-fit replacement, so matching the OE configuration is important for correct operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs replacement components to match original equipment form and function for specific vehicle applications. The coated steel construction is intended to help resist future rust and corrosion in the same demanding environment where the original hoist failed.