To change a tire, follow these steps: 1. Pull over and turn on your hazards. 2. Get your spare tire and jack. 3. Use the jack to lift the vehicle. 4. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise. 5. Take off the flat tire. 6. Put on the spare tire and tighten the lug nuts. 7. Lower the vehicle and check that it’s safe.
Next, remove the hubcap if necessary. Loosen the lug nuts slightly, but do not remove them completely. Position the jack under the vehicle’s jack point and raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground. Now, fully remove the lug nuts and take off the flat tire.
Place the spare tire onto the wheel hub, aligning the holes with the lug bolts. Hand-tighten the lug nuts to secure the spare tire. Lower the vehicle slightly, allowing the spare tire to make contact with the ground. Now, fully tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern for even pressure.
Once securely fastened, lower the vehicle completely and replace the hubcap if it fits on the spare tire.
Properly disposing of the flat tire is important. Now that you know how to open and replace tires, the next step involves maintaining tire health to prevent future issues. Understanding tire maintenance can lengthen the lifespan of your tires and keep your vehicle safe.
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