How to Change a Tire

Whether replacing your old set of tires with a fresh set or simply swapping out your winter tires as the East Boston weather warms up, learning how to change a tire at home can save you a trip to the service center. But, what do you need to know when installing a new set? The technicians at Pride Chevrolet, Inc. are here to help you learn how often to change car tires and how to do it properly!

The Proper Way to Change Your Tires

While learning how to change a tire isn’t particularly complicated, it requires some tools that you may not have on hand. We recommend picking up a jack and lug wrench, and be sure to have your owner’s manual within reach. Then, park in a place where you have plenty of space to work without distractions. If you’re replacing a flat tire in Swampscott, pull off to a safe place and turn on your hazard lights.

1. Apply the parking brakes and place wheel wedges under the tires that you aren’t changing.
2. Remove the wheel cover of the tire that you are currently using. Loosen the lug nuts.
3. Use the jack to raise your car up. Remove the lug nuts completely. 
4. Remove the current tire and mount the new one in its place. Replace the lug nuts.
5. Tighten the lug nuts and lower your car back to the ground.
6. Repeat as needed.

How Often to Change Car Tires

How to change car tires will depend on your maintenance habits and driving style. If you stick to your scheduled tire rotations and alignments, you’ll likely get the full mileage promised out of your set. We recommend checking your tire pressure and tread level regularly at home to ensure that your tires are in good shape. Our technicians will also take a look at your tires during your regular inspections.

How Many Miles Can You Travel on a Spare?

If you have to swap out your normal tire for a spare, it’s important to remember that there are limits to just how far you can travel in Revere. Spare tires are made to get you out of an emergency situation, but they aren’t made to go fast or far. Most spares can go around 50 miles before they need to be replaced, and speeds over 50 mph will compromise your safety – so pick up a replacement as soon as possible.

Get Expert Car Care at Pride Chevrolet, Inc.

Now you know how to change a tire and how often to change car tires, but if you still have questions, get in touch with us at Pride Chevrolet, Inc.. Contact us with your questions or schedule a service appointment in Lynn to bring out the very best in your vehicle.