Change a Flat Tire

Life SkillsBeginnerOutdoor

90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: A replaced tire and a roadworthy vehicle

What you need

jacklug wrenchspare tirewheel wedgesgloves

The 90-Minute Plan

Prepare0–15 min

Park safely on level ground, put on hazard lights, and loosen lug nuts slightly

Lift15–35 min

Place jack under vehicle frame and raise until tire is 6 inches off ground

Remove35–55 min

Remove lug nuts completely and pull damaged tire straight toward you

Install55–75 min

Mount spare tire on lug bolts and hand-tighten lug nuts onto bolts

Secure75–90 min

Lower vehicle and tighten lug nuts in star pattern, then drive to repair shop

Pro Tip

Loosen lug nuts before lifting so the tire doesn't spin

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After 90 min: A successfully started vehicle ready to drive

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