How to Change a Flat Tire in 10 Simple Steps

Looking to change a flat tire? Take a look at these 10 simple steps from Towing Missouri City and you’ll soon be motoring along the Missouri City roads again.

Before You Start

You should always keep a car jack and wrench in the trunk of your vehicle along with a spare tire. It’s also worth carrying reflective strips and warning cones to help other motorists recognize you’re in the process of changing a tire. Always try to find a safe place to pull over too.

1. Step 1 – Loosen Lug Nuts. Use the wrench to loosen, but don’t remove, the lug nuts on your wheel.
2. Step 2 – Connect Jack. Connect the car jack to your vehicle, either in the designated notch or to a flat, strong part of the chassis.
3. Step 3 – Raise The Vehicle. Use the jack to raise your vehicle until the wheel is 2-3 inches above the pavement.
4. Step 4 – Remove Lug Nuts. Use the wrench to remove the lug nuts completely.
5. Step 5 – Remove Wheel. Remove the wheel and place it in a safe place beside the vehicle.
6. Step 6 – Fit Spare Wheel. Take the spare wheel and attach it to your vehicle.
7. Step 7 – Replace Lug Nuts. Place the lug nuts onto the wheel so they won’t fall off, but don’t fully tighten them or you’ll face a very real possibility of tipping your vehicle.
8. Step 8 – Lower Vehicle. Use the jack to lower your vehicle.
9. Step 9 – Remove Jack. Detach the jack and place it safely out of your way.
10. Step 10 – Tighten Lug Nuts. Use the wrench to tighten the lug nuts. Store your wheel, jack and wrench, and you’re ready to hit the road.

We Are Ready To Take Your Call

If you would prefer not to take the risk, Towing Missouri City can change your flat tire quickly and affordable. We provide an honest, reliable and trustworthy service across the city, and with our local knowledge, you won’t be left alone on the roadside for long. Our expert technicians are waiting to lend a hand right now.