Which way to loosen the front wheel bolts of a car?
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The lug nuts of a passenger car are loosened by turning them counterclockwise. Place your left hand facing the center of the wheel, grip the wrench with your right hand, and lift upwards to loosen the nuts. For large trucks, the lug nuts on the left (driver's side) and right sides are different: the left side has reverse threads, while the right side has standard threads. This means tightening is done by turning in the direction of the vehicle's forward motion, and loosening is done by turning in the opposite direction. When changing a tire, pay attention to the sequence of operations. When tightening the lug nuts, do not tighten them in a clockwise or counterclockwise order one after another. Instead, tighten them in a diagonal sequence. If the wheel is secured by five lug nuts, it is recommended to first tighten four nuts in a diagonal pattern, then install and tighten the fifth nut. It is best to apply the same number of turns to each nut during tightening to ensure even distribution of force among all the nuts.