How Can Car Owners Change Tires Themselves?

[NorahLee]

First, position the jack on the chassis support bracket's slot, then use the wrench to loosen the lug nuts on the rim in a diagonal pattern, but do not remove them completely. After loosening the first lug nut, the second one to loosen must be the one diagonally opposite to the first. Once all the lug nuts are loosened, the tire can be removed.

[DeDelilah]

Changing tires is actually quite simple, and I often do it myself, but safety is the top priority. Park on a flat surface, engage the parking brake, and place a warning triangle 10 meters behind the car to prevent accidents. Position the jack at the designated point on the chassis and slowly lift the car until the tire is off the ground—adding a wooden block or stand for extra support is safer. Loosen the lug nuts counterclockwise with a wrench but don’t remove them completely to avoid instability. Before mounting the new tire or spare, check if it’s properly inflated, and never use a mismatched size. Hand-tighten the lug nuts in a diagonal pattern, then lower the car and fully tighten them with the wrench. Finally, double-check the torque before driving, and remember that spare tires are only for temporary use—avoid highways. Practicing this skill regularly saves a lot on repair costs and prepares you for emergencies.