Changing a tire is a handy skill that might get you out of a jam one day, so it makes sense to practice the steps when you’re not under pressure due to a flat tire.
Always practice safety in every aspect of tire repair, such as choosing a safe location to make the change and ensuring the parking brake is set. If you have wheel wedges, place them under the tires. You’ll need to loosen the lug nuts partway before using the jack to raise the vehicle. Ensure the jack is stable and raise the car until the tire is about six inches off the ground.
Remove the lug nuts and pull the tire off, replacing it with the spare. Replace the lug nuts, tightening them only with your hand. Lower your vehicle with the jack, then use your lug wrench to tighten the lug nuts completely in a crisscross pattern. Visit our service center today at Mark Allen Chevrolet in Glenpool, OK.