How to change a flat tire?
Learn how to change a flat tire in eight easy steps and never again get stuck on the road with a flat tire. Broadway Automotive brings eight easy DIY steps towards changing a flat tire. Learning how to change a flat tire in your vehicle is an important skill to have, and it will definitely ensure that you can go on long drives tension-free. Continue reading for more information.
Steps to change a flat tire
Step 1: Ensure your car is parked in a safe location, turn on the hazard lights and engage the emergency parking brake.
Step 2: Apply wheel wedges and remove the hub cap from the wheel.
Step3: Place the jack in the appropriate location and loosen the lug nuts to a 1/4th.
Step 4: Use the jack to lift the wheel and then take off the lug nuts completely.
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Step 5: Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire.
Step 6: Replace the lug nuts and lower the jack.
Step 7: Completely tighten the lug nuts and replace the hub cap.
Step 8: Take your flat tire to a mechanic and have your tire pressure checked as well.
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With these eight easy steps to changing a flat tire, you will never again be stuck on the road helpless. As a precaution, always service your vehicle before going on a long drive. At Broadway Automotive, you can schedule a service appointment at our dealerships across Wisconsin and carry out regular maintenance of your vehicle. For great discounts on your service appointments, check out our service specials. Browse through our online inventory to find a car that suits you best. Contact us at Broadway Automotive for more information.
