When it comes to Lexus service you can rely on, Fields Lexus of Glenview has your back. We’ll help to match you with the perfect vehicle at the perfect price, and we’ll keep that car running as smoothly and safely as the day you first took it home. Here’s a closer look at how to care for your vehicle in the event of a flat tire.
Get to a Safe Location
The most important thing to do if you notice a flat tire is to get to safety. Move away from traffic, if you can, and try to find a level spot where you can change the tire. Put on your hazards and lay out any reflective materials you might have.
Remove the Tire
Set the parking brake into place, then locate your jack and spare tire. Begin by loosening the lug nuts, and then set the jack into place according to your auto manual. Jack up the vehicle until the tire is off the ground, and then remove the lug nuts all the way, before taking the damaged tire off.
Install the New Tire
Next, put the new tire into position. With the jack still in place, tighten the lug nuts by hand. Remove the jack and lower the tire back to the ground. Finish tightening in a star pattern using your tire iron.
Schedule Lexus Service
Spare tires are safe to drive on, but it’s still a good idea to schedule service to make sure that the tire is in good condition, and that the vehicle suffered no other damage.
Visit Fields Lexus of Glenview for Lexus Service
No matter what your Lexus service needs might be, Fields Lexus of Glenview is here to help, so if you find yourself on the side of the road needing assistance, give us a call. Visit our dealership for tire service, and the care that will keep your car safe out on the open road.
