How To Change A Tire Easy Simple

Summary

This video provides a straightforward, step-by-step guide on how to change a flat tire. It covers essential tips like applying the emergency brake, locating your spare tire, safely using a jack, and removing the lug nuts. The tutorial emphasizes safety precautions, including using wheel chocks and ensuring the car is on a stable surface. After removing the old tire, viewers are shown how to securely mount the spare, tighten the lug nuts, and lower the vehicle. The video concludes with helpful reminders and an invitation to subscribe for more content.

Takeaways

• 😀 Always engage the emergency brake before changing a tire. For a foot pedal, press it down; for a hand lever, lift it up.
• 😀 Locate your spare tire and tools (e.g., nut remover bar, jack). Common locations include the trunk, bottom compartment, or under the vehicle.
• 😀 If the spare tire is under the vehicle, use the lowering bolt to drop it. Turn the bolt counterclockwise to lower and clockwise to raise.
• 😀 Ensure the car is on a flat, sturdy surface (not sand or soil) before using the jack to avoid instability.
• 😀 Use a wheel shock, rock, or piece of wood for extra safety if you don't have wheel chocks.
• 😀 Position the jack on a solid part of the vehicle's body, avoiding doors or soft metal areas.
• 😀 Loosen the lug nuts while the car is still on the ground to make it easier to break the first twist.
• 😀 When loosening lug nuts, follow a criss-cross pattern: top, bottom, left, and right nuts to ensure even pressure.
• 😀 Place the wheel under the vehicle as an extra precaution in case the car drops while the jack is being used.
• 😀 When reinstalling the tire, tighten the lug nuts to about 90%, and finish tightening them once the car is back on the ground.
• 😀 After tightening the lug nuts, remove the jack, put away the old tire, and release the emergency brake. Don't forget to give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done!

Q & A

What is the first step to take before changing a tire?

The first step is to engage the emergency brake. If it's a foot pedal, press it down. If it's a hand lever, pull it up.

Where can you typically find your spare tire?

The spare tire is usually located in the trunk or a hidden compartment at the bottom. In some cases, it may be found under the vehicle.

What should you do if you can't easily lower the spare tire?

If you can't lower the spare tire easily, use the nut remover bar to rotate the lowering bolt counterclockwise. To raise it, rotate the bolt clockwise.

Is it necessary to use wheel shocks when changing a tire?

While it's not strictly necessary, it's a good idea to place wheel shocks or something sturdy like a rock or piece of wood to prevent the car from rolling.

What surface is safest to place your jack on?

The jack should always be placed on a solid, flat surface such as concrete or asphalt. Avoid placing it on sand or soil, as these surfaces are unstable.

Why should you break the lug nuts while the car is still on the ground?

Breaking the lug nuts while the car is still on the ground makes it easier to loosen them, as you can use your body weight for leverage.

How should the jack be placed under the car?

The jack should be placed on a solid part of the car's body. There is usually a designated spot indicated under the car, but avoid placing it near doors or soft metal areas.

What is the correct order for removing the lug nuts?

Lug nuts should be removed in an alternating pattern. For example, if you remove the top one first, the next should be the bottom one, followed by the left, and then the right. This ensures even pressure on the wheel.

Why should you place the removed wheel under the vehicle?

Placing the removed wheel under the vehicle provides extra safety in case the car falls, acting as a cushion to prevent damage or injury.

How should you tighten the lug nuts when replacing the tire?

Tighten the lug nuts 90% of the way while the car is still elevated. Once the car is back on the ground, finish tightening the nuts to avoid damaging the bolts or nuts due to any movement during the process.