How to Remove a Wheel?

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MacAlan
07/25/25 5:15pm
First, connect the power of the jack to the power source in the driver's seat. Then, turn on the switch to lift the car with the jack until the tire is suspended. Attach the appropriate screw rotation head to the rotating screwdriver and rotate it in. Then, press the switch of the rotating screw machine to remove all the tire screws. Once all the screws of the tire are removed, the tire will automatically come off.
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OVivienne
08/11/25 10:07pm
I often change tires by myself, and safety is the top priority. Park on a flat surface and pull the handbrake tight; for manual cars, put it in reverse gear to prevent rolling. Take out the jack and wrench—make sure the jack is placed on the reinforced points marked under the car, as locations vary by model. Loosen the lug nuts: step on the wrench and turn counterclockwise to loosen all nuts halfway, but don’t remove them yet. Slowly jack the car a few centimeters off the ground, and once stable, fully remove the nuts and take off the wheel. When installing the new tire, tighten the nuts in a crisscross pattern to avoid misalignment, which can cause wobbling while driving. Finally, lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts. The whole process takes about 15 minutes. I recommend keeping a reflective vest and warning triangle in the car for nighttime safety. Regularly check the nuts to prevent loosening on the road. This method is simple and practical, even for beginners, but avoid attempting it on busy roadsides.
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