How to Change a Flat Tire in Augusta, GA
As a responsible driver, your top priority is staying prepared for any possible issues that could occur during your travels! Flat tires are inconvenient, but you can easily tackle the challenge with the help of our team at Gerald Jones Mazda.
Assembling Your Tools
Since you never know when a flat tire may occur, it’s a good idea to keep all of the equipment that you may need close at hand. If something goes wrong during your I-520 commute, you’ll be glad that your Mazda’s spare tire is in the cargo area. Don’t forget to add a jack, as well as a lug or torque wrench. As you work, a set of wheel wedges will serve to prevent the car from rolling. A gauge will allow you to double-check the reading of your car’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and a portable tire inflator can help you correct the spare’s air level if needed. You’ll find plenty of useful information in the Owner’s Manual, so ensure that it’s within arm’s reach.
Getting Started
If you suspect that your Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-30, or Mazda3 Sedan may have a flat tire, look for a safe spot to park. Make sure that you find a place that is level, well-lit, and away from the busy road. After you’ve turned on the hazard lights and engaged the parking brake, you can get to work. First, loosen the nuts with a small half turn. Install the jack in the location recommended by your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual, then use it to raise the car by a few inches. At this point, you can finish unscrewing the lug nuts and remove the flat tire. If you have questions about this process or any of your Mazda’s other maintenance needs, fill out the Ask a Tech form on our website before planning your next journey to Phinizy Swamp Nature Park.
Final Steps
Once the flat tire is detached, carefully line up the spare and push it onto the bolts. Gently tighten the lug nuts, then lower the jack until the vehicle’s wheels touch the ground. This will keep them from spinning while you continue securing the nuts in a star pattern. Compare the spare tire’s pressure to the recommended level in the Owner’s Manual, and use the portable inflator if the numbers don’t match. It’s not time to embark on a long road trip just yet — spare tires are only designed to function for around 50 miles, so you’ll want to stop at our Service Department at Gerald Jones Mazda to get a longer-lasting replacement!
Which Tools Do You Need to Change a Flat Tire?
- Spare tire
- Jack
- Lug or torque wrench
- Tire gauge
- Owner's Manual
- Wheel wedges
- Portable tire inflator
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