How to Change a Flat Tire: The Right Tools and the Right Method
How to change a flat tire – it’s knowledge all drivers should have, and yet it’s a skill frequently spurned. That’s okay. Every driver should know how to be prepared on the road. Let’s go ahead and learn about:
- The Right Gear
- The Right Method
The Right Gear
Firstly, have these items in your car:
- Jack
- Lug Wrench
- Fully Inflated Spare Tire
- Owner’s Manual
Misplaced them? Never issued them in the first place? Pick up new ones, making sure the spare is regularly inflated to your manufacturer’s recommended PSI.
You’ll also want the following on-hand:
- Flashlight
- Rain Poncho
- 2″x6” Wood to Secure the Jack
- Gloves
- Wheel Wedges
The Right Method
Okay, now onto the good stuff:
- Bring your vehicle to a safe location. Slow down and pick out a level, straight stretch of road with a wide shoulder
- Turn on your hazard lights before getting out.
- Apply the parking brake, even on level ground, to prevent rolling.
- Apply the wheel wedges. They go in front of the front tires when you’re changing a rear tire or behind the rear tires when you’re changing at the front.
- Place the jack beneath the frame. Look for a section of exposed metal, and follow the instructions in your owner’s manual.
- Place a small cut of 2×6” wood beneath the jack to prevent it settling, then start to lift. Remember never to place any part of your body under the vehicle.
- Unscrew the lug nuts – once loose, it’s easy to unscrew them by hand.
- Remove the flat by gripping the treads and pulling gently towards you. Set it on its side to prevent rolling.
- Mount the spare on the lug nuts, then tighten them by hand until they are all on.
- Lower the vehicle slightly and tighten the lug nuts with a wrench
- Bring the vehicle to the ground
- Replace the hubcap. It may not fit – if so, stow it with your flat.
- Check the pressure of the spare to make sure it’s safe to drive on.
- Drive to a service center. Remember, spares are meant to be temporary and shouldn’t be driven at high speeds.
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Service Specials
Brakes Special
Expires: September 30, 2019Summer Brake Special
20% OFF BRAKES.
Our Acura-Trained Technicians:
- Replace pads and resurface rotors.
- Inspect front and rear disc and calipers.
- Inspect brake lines and hoses.
- Inspect master cylinder.
- Brembo Brakes and rotor replacement extra.
- Regular price $289.00 per axle.
Not to be combined with any other discount. Plus tax where applicable. Present coupon at time of write-up. Hazardous disposal fees, if any, are extra.
909 Route 35, Ocean, NJ
Service: (732) 776-5200
Brakes Special
Summer Brake SpecialExpires: September 30, 2019
20% OFF BRAKES.
Our Acura-Trained Technicians:
- Replace pads and resurface rotors.
- Inspect front and rear disc and calipers.
- Inspect brake lines and hoses.
- Inspect master cylinder.
- Brembo Brakes and rotor replacement extra.
- Regular price $289.00 per axle.
Not to be combined with any other discount. Plus tax where applicable. Present coupon at time of write-up. Hazardous disposal fees, if any, are extra.
TIRE SPECIAL
Expires: September 30, 2019BUY 3 TIRES AND GET THE 4TH FOR FREE
Program only valid when mounting and balancing 4 tires. Mount, balance, and alignment extra. Discount not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Tax and installation additional.
909 Route 35, Ocean, NJ
Service: (732) 776-5200
TIRE SPECIAL
Expires: September 30, 2019
BUY 3 TIRES AND GET THE 4TH FOR FREE
Program only valid when mounting and balancing 4 tires. Mount, balance, and alignment extra. Discount not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Tax and installation additional.
Detail Special
Expires: September 30, 2019$40 off Vehicle Detail
Get $40 off vehicle detail. Detail includes:
- Remove all road dirt, grime and steam clean engine
- Prep vehicle surface by using clay bar
- Machine application and removal of compound to eliminate scratches
- Hand application of sealer to restore oils to paint
- Hand application of wax, with machine removal and buffing, followed by hand buffing and detailing
- Shampooing all rugs and cloth areas; treating all vinyl & leather area, sealing all rubber areas
- Cleaning all glass and chrome areas
909 Route 35, Ocean, NJ
Service: (732) 776-5200
Detail Special
$40 off Vehicle DetailExpires: September 30, 2019
Get $40 off vehicle detail. Detail includes:
- Remove all road dirt, grime and steam clean engine
- Prep vehicle surface by using clay bar
- Machine application and removal of compound to eliminate scratches
- Hand application of sealer to restore oils to paint
- Hand application of wax, with machine removal and buffing, followed by hand buffing and detailing
- Shampooing all rugs and cloth areas; treating all vinyl & leather area, sealing all rubber areas
- Cleaning all glass and chrome areas
Alignment Special
Expires: September 30, 2019$10 off alignment
To maintain the handling you value, we will:
- Use computerized equipment to adjust your Acura.
- Adjust tire air pressures; inspect suspension, tires and wheels.
- Adjust front and rear tires.
- Road test for quality control.
- Provide you with a computerized printout.
Regular Price: $109.95
Prices may vary by model. Not to be combined with any other discounts. Plus tax where applicable. Hazardous disposal fee, if any, are extra. Present coupon at time of write-up.
909 Route 35, Ocean, NJ
Service: (732) 776-5200
Alignment Special
$10 off alignmentExpires: September 30, 2019
To maintain the handling you value, we will:
- Use computerized equipment to adjust your Acura.
- Adjust tire air pressures; inspect suspension, tires and wheels.
- Adjust front and rear tires.
- Road test for quality control.
- Provide you with a computerized printout.
Regular Price: $109.95
Prices may vary by model. Not to be combined with any other discounts. Plus tax where applicable. Hazardous disposal fee, if any, are extra. Present coupon at time of write-up.
$200 Off Timing Belt Special
Expires: September 30, 2019$200 off Timing Belt Package
$200 off Timing Belt package. Timing Belt package includes:
- Replace timing belt
- Replace drive belts
- Replace water pump
- Replace timing belt tensioner
- Replace coolant
- Spark Plugs
- Multi-Point Inspection
- Car Wash and Vacuum
- Complimentary Loaner Car
Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Regular price between $1050 - $1650 depending on vehicle. Call for more information.
909 Route 35, Ocean, NJ
Service: (732) 776-5200
$200 Off Timing Belt Special
$200 off Timing Belt PackageExpires: September 30, 2019
$200 off Timing Belt package. Timing Belt package includes:
- Replace timing belt
- Replace drive belts
- Replace water pump
- Replace timing belt tensioner
- Replace coolant
- Spark Plugs
- Multi-Point Inspection
- Car Wash and Vacuum
- Complimentary Loaner Car
Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Regular price between $1050 - $1650 depending on vehicle. Call for more information.
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