How to Change a Car Tire Correctly?
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Correct method for changing a car tire: 1. Take out the onboard tools and spare tire; 2. Use a socket wrench to loosen the bolts of the tire to be replaced in a diagonal sequence, rotating about 90 degrees; 3. Set up the jack to lift the tire slightly off the ground; 4. Unscrew the bolts and remove the tire; 5. Replace the removed tire with the spare tire, then hand-tighten the four screws until they can't be turned by hand; 6. Lower the jack until the tire gently touches the ground, then tighten the screws with the socket wrench. Car tires are one of the important components of a car, directly contacting the road surface and working with the car suspension to mitigate the impact during driving.
I remember how scared I was when I had a tire blowout on the highway. Changing a tire requires prioritizing safety first—stop on a flat section of the road, engage the handbrake to prevent the car from rolling, turn on the hazard lights to alert other drivers, and place a warning triangle at least 50 meters behind the car. Before using the jack to lift the car, locate the designated points on the chassis to avoid damaging the vehicle. Loosen the lug nuts with a wrench by turning them counterclockwise half a turn first—don’t remove them completely. When removing the old tire and installing the spare, align the wheel hub holes, hand-tighten the lug nuts, and then use the wrench to tighten them diagonally for even pressure. Once done, lower the jack and check the tire pressure—spare tires often lack sufficient air, so inflate them to the standard level. Practice changing tires at home occasionally to avoid panic and mistakes in emergencies.
