Changing-a-tire.pdf

Introduction

If you find yourself with a flat or blow-out tire, use these instructions to safely mount your spare tire so you can continue on to the nearest auto repair shop.

Diagnosing the problem

1. If you suspect a flat or blow-out tire, turn on flashers and prepare to stop as soon as possible.
2. Pull over on the side of the road, with plenty of room for safety, and if possible, pull into a parking lot or onto a less busy side road.
3. Place the car in park and engage the parking break.
4. Exit the vehicle and check all four tires.

Finding the necessary tools

1. If you have your car manual handy , look up where your spare tire is located and get it out.
2. If you do not have a car manual , check common places that spare tires are stored. For example: in the trunk under a trap door, underneath the car, mounted on the back of the vehicle, etc.
3. When you find the spare, the jack, wrench, and shaft for the jack should be in the same place. Remove these as well.

Using the jack

1. Place the jack under the car near the wheel that you are replacing.
2. Information on how to properly place the jack should be located on the jack or in car manual. There is a notch on the jack that aligns with a designated place on the metal frame of the car.

NEVER place your body under the car while the jack is in use!

Mounting the spare tire

1. Connect the