How to Remove Wheel Lug Nuts?
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Method for removing wheel lug nuts: Loosen them gradually in a crisscross pattern. Lug nuts are loosened by turning counterclockwise. Turn each nut a few times before moving to the next one—do not fully loosen one nut at a time, as this can cause uneven force distribution and potentially deform the tire. Repeat this process until all lug nuts are removed. Generally, for most passenger cars, lug nuts are loosened counterclockwise: Place your left hand facing the center of the wheel, grip the wrench with your right hand, and lift upwards to loosen the nut (counterclockwise to loosen, clockwise to tighten). Note that for large trucks, the lug nut directions differ between the left and right sides—left-side nuts have reverse threads (tighten by turning in the direction opposite to the vehicle's forward motion), while right-side nuts have standard threads (tighten by turning in the direction of the vehicle's forward motion).