Who has never had a puncture in the car’s tire at the least suitable moments and not knowing how to move? Unfortunately, it can happen: a nail left on the road surface, a sharp object, or a piece of sheet metal can puncture our wheels in an instant. What we want to propose today is a mini-guide on how to change the wheel of the punctured car in a few steps.
What to do before changing the tire
Changing the wheel of a car is not that simple, especially if you let yourself be anxious, but it is important first of all to have everything you need to do with yourself. So equip yourself with a spare wheel or spare wheel before making any trip, but not only. You must also have a jack, a Phillips wrench for bolts, and work gloves.
From what you realize you have punctured and how to move
In case of a punctured wheel, we could feel a strange vibration coming from the wheels or a waving movement of the vehicle. If the car tends to pull to one side rather than driving straight ahead, we probably have a puncture. So what to do when you get a puncture? First, it is a good idea to stop (by pulling the handbrake) in a safe area which can be a rest area or an emergency lane. Another sign that makes us understand that we have a flat tire is its appearance: it will appear deflated compared to the others. After safely stopping, take everything you need in the trunk. First of all, wear the reflective vest to be visible, if you find yourself on the road, and store the warning triangle 150 meters from the car.
Few and simple moves
After putting on the gloves, place the jack under the car about ten centimeters from the wheel to be replaced: in any case, the exact point should be indicated by specific marks on the car. At this point, using the cross-bolt wrench, loosen the bolts of the wheel to be replaced by proceeding counterclockwise, without removing it completely. Raise the car by leveraging the jack handle: it is necessary to create a space of at least 10 centimeters from the ground to be able to move easily. Unscrew the bolts completely, store them in a safe place so they do not get lost, and gently remove the tire. Put the new rubber in its place, screw the bolts tight with the wrench and lower the car again with the help of the jack. After storing everything you need in the car,
Warnings
This mini-guide on how to change the wheel of the punctured car in a few moves concludes by recommending to travel the first meters at a moderate speed to test that the work has been done correctly, in order not to incur risks during the journey while traveling large speed. Furthermore, if you have replaced the wheel with a spare, remember that the maximum speed allowed is 80 km / h.