To change a flat tire, you will need the following items: a spare tire, a jack, a lug wrench, and your vehicle's owner's manual. Here are the basic steps to change a flat tire:
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Find a safe location to pull over and turn on your hazard lights.
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Loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire with the lug wrench.
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Place the jack under the vehicle in the specified lifting point and raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.
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Unscrew the lug nuts completely and remove the flat tire.
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Install the spare tire onto the wheel studs and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
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Lower the vehicle with the jack and tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern.
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Lower the vehicle completely and double-check the lug nuts to ensure they are tight.
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Pack up your tools and flat tire, and drive to a repair shop to have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
Always refer to your vehicle's owner's manual for specific instructions on changing a flat tire for your particular vehicle.
