Flat tires happen even on the most luxurious vehicles. Mercedes-Benz Service is your go-to for step-by-step instructions on flat tire replacement. Mercedes-Benz of Lynnwood offers tips to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.
When a Flat Tire Happens
If you are on the road or stuck in traffic when a flat tire occurs, move your vehicle to a safe place off the road. Make sure you turn on the hazard lights to alert other motorists. If you are parked when you notice a flat, ensure the surroundings are safe and you have plenty of room.
Gather Your Tools
Gather everything you need to change your tire. A jack, spare tire, lug wrench, and vehicle owner's manual should suffice, but wheel wedges and a caution sign offer more stability and safety. Loosen the lug nuts before you place the jack under a solid metal part of the car frame and raise the car until the tire is about six inches off the ground.
Remove the Flat and Replace it with the Spare
Once the vehicle is jacked up to a safe height and is stable, unscrew the lug nuts all the way and remove them. You can then pull the flat tire off. Next, install the spare tire and tighten the lug nuts by hand. Then, lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten the lug nuts snugly using the lug wrench.
After the Spare is Installed
Remember spare tires are not meant to completely replace a flat tire; they are only rated to travel about 50 miles and at speeds under 80 mph. Visit our Mercedes-Benz service department so our technicians can determine if the damaged tire can be repaired. If a replacement tire is necessary, we’ve got you covered.
Learn More About Mercedes-Benz Service in Lynnwood, WA
Once you’re ready, you can get new tires and tire service at our Lynnwood, WA Mercedes-Benz dealership. With the help of our technicians, your beloved luxury car will run in great shape for miles and years to come. Visit us today for all your Mercedes-Benz needs!
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