To take out the spare tire from a Ford Focus, lift the carpet in the trunk to find the spare tire and jack. Unscrew the two threaded studs: one secures the tire and the other holds the jack. Remove both carefully. Optionally, consider weight reduction by using a mini-spare or a 12V air pump instead of the full-size spare.
Start by loosening the lug nuts on the flat tire. Turn them counterclockwise while the tire remains on the ground. Once loosened, use the jack to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground. Now, fully remove the lug nuts and take off the flat tire.
Position the spare tire onto the wheel hub. Make sure the holes align with the studs. Hand-tighten the lug nuts onto the studs, and then lower the vehicle. Finally, use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in a crisscross pattern.
Once you have secured the spare tire, store the flat tire and tools back in the trunk. Knowing how to remove a spare tire effectively is essential. This knowledge allows Ford Focus owners to handle flats promptly.
Next, let’s explore how to inspect and maintain spare tires to ensure they are always road-ready.
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