Instructions For Tesla Owners

General Steps-

1. When changing a flat, it is best to do so on stable level ground away from traffic.

2. Apply the parking brake, it is also our recommendation to chock the vehicle’s wheels.

3. Remove tire and wheel from carrying case.

4. Remove kit contents from your vehicle. If your kit contains a carrying case, please remove the tire and wheel from the carrying case. Once the tire and wheel is removed you will find a zipper pocket in the bottom of the case. Open the pocket to remove the lug wrench, scissor jack, and disposable tire bag.

5. Many vehicles have specific lifting points that must be used to safely lift the vehicle. Prior to raising the vehicle it is very strongly recommended that you consult your owner’s manual for safe lifting procedures. Failure to do so may result in bodily harm, death, or significant damage to the vehicle. Included in these instructions in a separate page is a general guide for lifting Tesla vehicles. This is not to be considered a complete guide but rather a document to bring attention to the specific lifting procedures for Tesla vehicles. As mentioned above, it is strongly recommended that you consult your owner’s manual for complete and safe instructions.

6. Prior to raising the vehicle, it is suggested to loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire that you wish to change. *On some Tesla models, simple plastic lug nut covers may be present. They will need to be removed prior to loosening the lug nuts.* Do not completely remove the lug nuts, only loosen them to where they are still snug. Please align the rubber pad of the scissor jack with the jacking point closest to the tire that you are changing. Please consult the owner’s manual for complete jacking instructions.

7. Raise the vehicle using the ratcheting scissor jack using safe jacking procedures as found in the owner’s manual. Ensure that the scissor jack is on stable level ground with it properly aligned with the specified jacking point. The ratchet can operate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction by using a small switch on the side of the ratchet. Once the vehicle is raised or supported by the jack do not place yourself or any part of your body under the vehicle.

8. Visually check the jack to see that vehicle has been securely lifted. Once confirmed, completely remove the lug nuts and flat tire. Place flat tire in included disposable bag.

9. On the Model Y and Model 3, your spare wheel will have a yellow dot on the front of the wheel. This yellow dot must be lined up with the 10mm hex bolt used to hold the brake rotor in place. Please refer to the supplemental instructions sheet included in your kit.

10. Once the yellow dot is properly aligned, place the Value Spare wheel and tire on the vehicle using the OEM lug nuts. Secure the Value Spare wheel and tire on the vehicle using the OEM lug nuts. Make sure the lug nuts are seated properly, and the wheel is evenly aligned against the hub. Snug them tight to ensure the wheel is aligned.
    Once the wheel is properly seated and the lugs are snug, lower the vehicle enough for the tire to make contact with the ground, which will prevent the wheel from turning. Once in this position, properly tighten the lug nuts (approximately 100-140 ft-lbs; please check the vehicle owner’s manual to confirm exact specs).

11. Lower vehicle using ratcheting scissor jack, place flat tire and kit contents in your vehicle.

That’s it, you’re done and on your way! Please take caution when driving on a spare. Although it is capable of operating for a long distance it is designed to be used on a temporary basis and does not have the same traction or performance capability of a full size OEM wheel & tire. Should you have any questions regarding your kit, please contact us at info@valuespare.com.