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A Comprehensive Guide to the best way to change a Flat Tyre

Feb 22

 

It's easy to change tires. It doesn't require the strength of a weight lifter to finish the task. It is an acquired skill that anyone can master. Here's a tutorial on how to replace the tires of your car without much hassle.

 

How to Change a Car Tyre?

Some tools come in the vehicle. Others, such as ones that speed up the process of changing tires require a purchase in advance. We have provided a list of tools to help simplify the process and how to change the tires on a car.

 

Tools required to change a Tyre:

Vehicle's Manual: The manual contains important information essential when replacing the tyre. The manual provides crucial, yet not too tiny, details about the kind of wrench that will fit the bolts or the nuts of the vehicle.

Lug Wrench: A lug wrench can be used to tighten and loosen the lug nuts of the wheel.

Spare Tyre: To replace the damaged tire. Contact roadside assistance close to you if you do not have an extra tire.

Jack A jack is a device used to raise the vehicle several inches to allow the tire to be changed easily. There are many types of jacks on the market today. Every automaker has a jack in their vehicle.

 

How to change the tires on your car:

1. Find a secure location

If you observe that your tire has gone flat it is important to get it off the road. Azteca Towing is advised not to make a sharp turn since it's dangerous for you and other cars that are on the road. The next step is to locate the most secure spot for your car to park, then stop and either replace the tire that is flat with the spare or contact Phoenix towing. Make sure there is enough space between your vehicle and the road.

 

 

2. Turn on the parking lights

You can inform that other road users are aware by turning on the hazard lights. They'll see a glimpse of your flickering lights from a distance, and you can change the tire in a safe manner.

 

3. Remove Wheel Covers

Numerous tires in vehicles are encased by wheel covers. The covers have to be removed prior to attempting to replace the destroyed tire. At this point, the manual for your vehicle will be useful. It is recommended to take note that various models of vehicles have different settings for wheel covers.

 

4. Halfway through, loosen the Lug Nuts

The lug nuts have to be loosening in a small amount prior to hoisting a vehicle using a jack. This is because when you raise the vehicle first, the wheel will keep going. In order to loosen the nuts use a lug wrench. Use the appropriate size wrench.

 

5. Use wood-based pieces to ensure the proper position of the Jack

Locate a good spot to place your car in a jack-up position. This is the place where the jack is supposed to connect with the car. Place the pieces of timber beneath the jacking spot, and then keep the jack in place. Attach the jack to the spot and raise the vehicle until you witness an opening between the ground and the tire.

 

6. Eliminate the Lug Nuts Absolutely

Use a wrench to loosen the lug nuts and remove the lug nuts.

 

7. Swap the Flat Tyre with a Spare Wheel

You will need to remove the flat tire from the frame and replace it with a spare.

 

If you're not sure enough to exchange the damaged tire for a better one, you could seek assistance from a family member or a roadside assistance Phoenix operator.

 

 

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