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Follow these Steps for Changing Your Tires

Whether you're changing a flat in Rutland, VT, swapping tires in Manchester, VT, or handling tire changes around the Pittsfield, MA area, knowing how to change a car tire proves invaluable. But how do you manage this task independently? is here to help! While our service department at Coggins Toyota of Bennington is always ready to assist, we've crafted a comprehensive guide to walk you through the process. Before you begin, ensure you have the essential tools: a reliable jack, lug wrench, spare tire, or new tire(s), and don't forget your owner’s manual for guidance. With everything in hand, you're equipped to embark on the step-by-step guide for successfully changing your tire.

• Locate a secure parking spot and, if on the side of the road, activate your hazard lights.
• Engage the parking brake and place wheel wedges under the tires for added stability.
• Remove the hubcap or wheel cover and proceed to loosen the lug nuts.
• Elevate your car using the jack, then remove the lug nuts entirely.
• Replace the tire, mounting the new one securely in its designated position.
• Tighten the lug nuts and carefully lower your vehicle to the ground.
• Double-check the tightness of the lug nuts to ensure a secure fit.