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How To Change A Run Flat Tyre


Changing a run flat tyre is like changing a regular tyre. By their very nature it should be possible to drive on a run flat tyre even after a puncture for up to 50 miles. However, if a change of tyre is required, there are a few steps that need to be carried out:

1. Find a safe location.

Move your vehicle to a safe location away from traffic. Turn on the hazard lights and apply the handbrake.

2. Gather your tools.

Get your tools ready and in order. This normally involves a tyre jack, wheel nut wrench, and wheel chock. Make sure you have all these close to hand before you start changing the tyre.

3. Remove the flat tyre.

Use the wheel nut wrench to loosen the wheel nuts on the flat tyre. Then use the tyre jack to lift the vehicle off the ground. You can now finish removing the wheel nuts. Take the flat tyre of the axle.

4. Install the new tyre.

Slide the new tyre onto the wheel hub. Tighten the wheel nuts as much as possible using the wheel nut wrench. Lower the vehicle back onto the ground using the tyre jack.

5. Check the tyre pressure.

Ensure that the new tyre has the correct pressure by using a tyre pressure gauge. The recommended tyre pressure should be mentioned in your car’s handbook. If the pressure requires a change, do this now.

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