Exactly what DaveinTN said. It is for the outside lock to the storage for underneath the master bed. I believe they used a separate key because someone could possibly gain access to the inside of the RV.
There is also a new Winnebago owners forum where you can post and find out about specific mods, issues, etc. Of course, this forum (RV.net) is my primary forum that has a wealth of info and discussion which is why I peruse both!
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Trade winds, you must have been posting as I was typing! I can't imagine lifting a spare wheel/tire in that storage compartment but it's nice to know what it was designed for! Besides, my unit didn't come with a spare rim/tire. Did yours?