Hooke Road Wrangler Spare Tire Delete Kit — License Plate Relocation with Plate Illuminate & Third Brake Light | 2007-2018 JK & Unlimited

Overview

The Hooke Road Wrangler Spare Tire Delete License Plate Relocation Kit is designed for 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler JK and Unlimited models. It replaces the factory spare tire mount with a sleek plate-relocation plate while keeping essential lighting functions, delivering a cleaner rear profile without sacrificing visibility.

What’s included

• Waterproof LED license plate illuminate light
• LED third brake light
• Durable CNC-formed steel spare-tire delete plate
• License plate mount hardware and wiring guidance

Key benefits and real-life use cases

Imagine a rear area that feels lighter and more purposeful with the spare tire removed. The built-in license plate light and third brake light help maintain clear visibility in dusk driving, parking lots, and rugged trails. The kit’s thoughtful design preserves the option to reinstall the factory spare tire if needed, giving you flexibility without commitment.

Durable CNC-steel construction provides rigidity against trail dust and road spray, while a classy finish suits a variety of Wrangler looks. The bolt-on approach minimizes downtime and avoids cutting or welding, so you can complete the upgrade in a single weekend or even during a lunch break.

• Classy spare-tire delete plate with CNC-formed steel for long-lasting rigidity
• Reuses factory brake-light wiring paths, reducing modification complexity
• Waterproof illumination ensures plate visibility in rain, mud, or dust

Installation at a glance

The install is described as a moderate bolt-on project. Start by removing the factory tire mount, bolt on the delete plate and license plate mount, then connect the two light wires to the vehicle system. Typical time is about 1.5 hours, with the option to reuse the existing spare-tire mounting hardware. If you encounter non-working brake lights, a wiring tip is provided below.

Troubleshooting and tips

Note: If the brake lights don’t function, try reversing the positive and negative wires. Connect the light’s black wire to the fuse box red wire and the red wire to the fuse box black wire.

For full details, you can download the Installation Manual from the product detail page in the Technical Specification block. This Hooke Road kit offers a practical, aesthetically pleasing upgrade with practical lighting improvements and flexibility for future changes.