How to Remove a Car's Rear Tire?

[KiraLee]

Prepare the tools needed for removing the car tire, including a tire wrench, small hook, jack, etc. Take out the small hook and remove the screw caps. Use a specialized tire wrench to turn counterclockwise and loosen all the screws. Locate the reinforced support point under the car and use the jack to lift the vehicle. Remove the screws to take off the car tire.

[McLillian]

I'm quite familiar with removing rear tires. First, park the car on a level surface and pull the handbrake tight. For manual transmissions, shift into reverse. Locate the jack that came with the car and position it under the frame groove along the door edge to lift the car—just two centimeters off the ground is enough, no need to raise it too high. When loosening the lug nuts with the tire wrench, avoid the cross pattern; instead, loosen them diagonally one by one. If they're rusty, spray some WD-40 to lubricate. Put the removed nuts in a metal bucket so they don’t get lost, then hold the tire with your hands and pull it outward to remove it. If the aluminum alloy wheel is stuck, gently kick the edge of the tire a few times to loosen it. When reinstalling, hand-tighten the nuts first before lowering the jack, then use the wrench to tighten them diagonally with full force. Don’t forget to get a wheel balance at a repair shop afterward, or the steering wheel will shake at high speeds.

[MaciLynn]

Removing the rear wheel is actually quite simple: First, gather the necessary tools—the car's jack, a tire wrench, and wear gloves if available. Turn off the auto-hold function, shift the automatic transmission into P, or for manual transmissions, put it in reverse and engage the handbrake. Position the jack under the metal protrusion on the car's underside, and stop raising once the tire is off the ground. Loosen the bolts with a smart technique, turning them diagonally, and don't rush to remove them once they're all loose. Hold the tire with both hands and wiggle it a couple of times; for models with calipers, gently kick the edge of the wheel hub. After removal, quickly place the spare tire under the car for safety. When installing the new tire, ensure the valve stem is aligned, manually tighten the bolts all the way before lowering the jack, and finally use the wrench to firmly tighten the five diagonal points to ensure even pressure distribution.

[AdrielFitz]

Three key points when replacing rear tires: Safety position is paramount, must be done on level ground, place stones in front and back of wheels to prevent rolling. Loosening screws takes priority over lifting the car, use a cross wrench to loosen diagonally, don't remove all screws leave some threads. Jack must be placed at the marked support points on the chassis, lifting too high may deform the frame. After removing the tire, check the brake disc for rust and apply anti-rust paste if needed. During installation, align threads properly without forcing, hand-tighten before lowering the car. Finally, use body weight to step on the wrench for sufficient torque when tightening screws, remember to adjust tire pressure another day. DIY can save over a hundred bucks, but if unsure, it's safer to visit a professional shop.

[OCarson]

Here's how to change a rear tire: 1. Park and engage the handbrake, retrieve tools from the trunk; 2. Use the jack to lift at the marked chassis point—check the manual to avoid wrong positioning; 3. Loosen lug nuts in a crisscross pattern, apply rust penetrant if stuck and wait 10 minutes; 4. Gently tap the tire's inner side to loosen the hub, avoiding brake components; 5. Clean the axle contact surface before mounting the spare; 6. Hand-tighten nuts first, lower the jack, then torque to 120 N·m with a torque wrench. Store removed tires upright to prevent rolling, keep disc brakes oil-free. Bring water for hydration during summer tire changes.

[IslaLynn]

Removing the rear tire involves five steps: Park the car, engage the handbrake, and place the triangular warning sign. Loosen the bolts while the wheel is still on the ground for better leverage. Use the included hook wrench to grip the nuts, stand straight, and apply your body weight to save effort. When using the jack, turn the handle slowly and stop when you hear a creaking sound and the tire lifts off the ground. To remove the tire, hold the top edge and wiggle it side to side for easier dismounting—avoid yanking if there's a tire pressure monitoring module. Take the opportunity to clear out dead leaves and small stones from the wheel well. When installing the new tire, ensure the production date faces outward. Tighten the bolts in three stages: hand-tighten first, then tighten further as the jack lowers, and finally stand on the wrench to secure them firmly. After replacement, drive for a couple of days and recheck bolt tightness for safety.