1. When changing a flat, it is best to do so on stable level ground away from traffic.
2. Apply the parking brake and chock wheels.
3. Consult the vehicle owner’s manual for proper lifting/tire changing procedures.
4. Never place yourself or any part of your body under the vehicle while being raised or supported by a jack or lifting device when changing the tire.
5. Remove the wheel with the failed/flat tire. Align the spare wheel’s five bolt holes to your vehicle’s studs, OR if your vehicle uses lug bolts, align the wheel so the lug holes align with the threaded holes in the hub.
6. Secure the Value Spare wheel and tire on the vehicle using the OEM lug nuts, lug bolts, OR use the lug nuts/bolts that were supplied with your spare. Make sure the lug nuts or bolts are seated properly and the wheel is evenly aligned against the hub. Snug them tight to ensure the wheel is aligned. (please note. Some vehicles require that we supply lug nuts or lug bolts with spare as the factory lugs are not compatible with your spare. Review the packing slip included with your kit. If the packing list does not specify lug nuts or lug bolts as included components, your factory lugs will be used to mount the spare.
7. 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).
8. On most vehicles, it is advised to turn traction control and active handling off, if equipped, while driving on the spare tire. Failure to do so may result in vehicle warning lights. Please consult the vehicle owner’s manual for complete instructions on spare tire use.
