Close How to Change a Flat Tire in Laurel, MS
Experiencing a flat tire is never ideal, but it’s important to be prepared for such an event. Read this overview prepared by us at Kim's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram if you want to learn how to change a flat tire and resume your trip to Daphne Park.
Tools
Before you embark on a trip around Laurel, be sure that you check your car's trunk to see if you have all of the necessary tools to change a flat tire. The spare tire is often located under the cargo area, or attached to the back of the vehicle if you drive a Jeep Wrangler. Nearby, you'll likely find a car jack and a lever that are used to lift up the car. A torque wrench is also going to be necessary to remove the lug nuts on each wheel. We recommend having a portable air compressor on hand in case one or more of your tires needs additional pressure.
First Steps
Have you noticed that one of your tires has gone flat? The first thing you'll want to do is pull over to a safe place. This is often either a wide shoulder on the side of the road or a parking lot. Once you're out of harm's way, remove each of the aforementioned tools from your trunk and place the car jack beneath the frame of the car nearest the flat tire. Next, slightly loosen each of the lug nuts using the torque wrench you procured. By waiting to lift the car up, you'll keep pressure on the tire and make sure that it doesn't spin while you unfasten it. Finally, use the car jack to raise the vehicle a few inches and finish taking off each of the lug nuts. If you have questions throughout this process, contact us as soon as you can.
What’s Next?
Now that the flat tire has been removed, you can begin installing the spare. Simply place it over the bolts where the previous tire was and screw on each of the lug nuts by hand. Next, you can lower your Chrysler Pacifica or Dodge Charger back onto the pavement to the point where the rubber meets the road. Using your torque wrench, tighten each of the lug nuts in an alternating or star-shaped pattern. That way, you’ll ensure a snug fit that isn’t misaligned. You’re now ready to proceed on Interstate 59, but we don’t recommend traveling far. That’s because spare tires aren’t meant to last more than 50 miles or so. Visit our Service Department to get a new tire for your car before making any long-distance treks.
What Tools Do You Need To Change a Flat Tire?
- Car jack and lever
- Torque wrench
- Air compressor
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