Changing a flat tire is fairly easy and can be done by anyone. Ensure that you park at safe place away from on-coming traffic. Have the hazard lights on and place the hazard indicators back and front of the vehicle.
According to the DMV road safety website (DMV), the following are must haves.
Jack
Spare Tire
Wrench
Hazard sign
The following items may also be helpful:
Gloves
Flashlight
Mat for kneeling
A rain coat
How to change the tire
Start by loosening the nuts using wrench, without completely removing them. Secure the jack to the car and lift the car up to at least 6 inches (DMV). Remove the nuts and keep them safe. Hold the tire and pull it towards yourself, keeping it straight to dislodge it from the wheelbase. Check the holes on the tire and align them with holes through which the nuts go through. Push the new tire until it reaches the end of the tire cavity. Place the nuts back on the car without tightening them all the way, leaving them lose but ensuring that they are holding the tire in place. Unwind the jack to bring the car back to the ground. With the car back on the ground, tighten the nuts one by one. Each nut should be turned to 40-50% before moving to the next nut and tightening it to the same level. Repeat the tightening on each nut until all the nuts are as tight as possible.
Works Cited
DMV,. "How To Change A Tire | DMV.Org". DMV.org. N.p., 2016. Web. 12 Mar. 2016.
Tow Squad,. "Tow Squad, Roadside Assistance & Towing Services, Towing News & Resources.". Tow Squad, Yes We Can Help - Roadside Assistance & Towing Services, Towing News & Resources.. N.p., 2016. Web. 12 Mar. 2016.
