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Have you ever been stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire? Do you want to be able to change a tire without having to ask for help? Fortunately, changing a tire is a pretty simple task, provided you're prepared and willing to exert a little effort. | Have you ever been stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire? Do you want to be able to change a tire without having to ask for help? Fortunately, changing a tire is a pretty simple task, provided you're prepared and willing to exert a little effort. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
− | #Find a flat, stable and safe place to change your tire. You should have a solid, level surface that will restrict the car from rolling. If you are near a road, park as far from traffic as possible and turn on your emergency flashers (hazard lights). Avoid soft ground and hills. | + | #Find a flat, stable and safe place to change your tire. You should have a solid, level surface that will restrict the car from rolling. If you are near a road, park as far from traffic as possible and turn on your emergency flashers (hazard lights). Avoid soft ground and hills. |
#Apply the parking brake and put car into "Park" position. If you have a standard transmission, put your vehicle in first or reverse.{{Imagecaptiontop | Apply the parking brake and | put car into "Park" position | hidden=true}} | #Apply the parking brake and put car into "Park" position. If you have a standard transmission, put your vehicle in first or reverse.{{Imagecaptiontop | Apply the parking brake and | put car into "Park" position | hidden=true}} | ||
#Place a heavy object (e.g., rock, concrete, spare wheel, etc.) in front of the front and back tires.{{Imagecaptiontop | Place a heavy object in front of the tires | hidden=true}} | #Place a heavy object (e.g., rock, concrete, spare wheel, etc.) in front of the front and back tires.{{Imagecaptiontop | Place a heavy object in front of the tires | hidden=true}} | ||
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#Put the old tire in your trunk and take it to a mechanic. Get an estimate for the cost of repair. Small punctures can usually be repaired for less than $15. If the tire is not repairable, they can dispose of it properly and sell you a replacement{{Imagecaptiontop | Put the old tire in your trunk and | take it to a mechanic | hidden=true}} | #Put the old tire in your trunk and take it to a mechanic. Get an estimate for the cost of repair. Small punctures can usually be repaired for less than $15. If the tire is not repairable, they can dispose of it properly and sell you a replacement{{Imagecaptiontop | Put the old tire in your trunk and | take it to a mechanic | hidden=true}} | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == |