First, pull over somewhere flat, flick the hazards on, handbrake up, and pop a wheel chock or hefty rock behind the opposite wheel—no heroics under a wobbling car.
Crack the wheel nuts a quarter turn while it’s still on the ground, then line up the jack with the proper jacking point (check the owner’s manual, not your vibes) and lift until the tyre’s free.
Off with the nuts, off with the wheel; on with the spare, hand‑tighten, then lower the car and tighten the nuts in a star pattern until they’re properly snug.
Pump the spare to the right pressure and check the old tyre for nails, tears, or the classic “I kissed a kerb” bruise.
If it’s a space‑saver, obey the speed and distance limits (often around 80 km/h—read the sticker) and get the full-size fixed promptly.
Finally, recheck the nut tightness after a short drive—because you want the wheel to stay attached to the car, not your Instagram story.
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