To change a flat tire, park your vehicle on a level surface and activate your hazard lights. Confirm that your parking brake is engaged to remain safe, and then retrieve the jack, spare tire, lug wrench, and wheel chocks. Position chocks behind opposing tires to prevent movement.
Next, you can loosen the lug nuts with the wrench without removing them. Place the jack near the flat tire, extending it until the vehicle is off the ground. Confirm that the vehicle is stable and not leaning before proceeding any further.
Lastly, take off the lug nuts and the flat tire. Align your spare tire with the wheel studs, push it onto the hub, and secure it by hand-tightening the lug nuts. Once the nuts are back on, lower the car with the jack and remove it from underneath. Use a star pattern to tighten the lug nuts for increased stability. Visit our service center today at Labrum Ford in Heber City, UT.