GMC Service 101: Changing a Tire
You’re probably aware that tire inspection is a part of routine GMC service. But sometimes a tire can get damaged when you’re out on the road. Although changing a tire might sound daunting, don’t worry! Swapping out the damaged tire for your spare is easier than you might think.
How Do I Change a GMC Tire?
Picture it: you’re driving along, and all of a sudden you hear a pop. Maybe your car pulls a bit to one side. And the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light comes on. These are telltale signs that you need to change a tire, and the can happen to all vehicles—including GMC trucks and SUVs.
First, take a deep breath and pull over to a safe place. Put your hazards on and then follow these steps:
• Find your spare tire, jack, and tire iron.
• Loosen the lug nuts on the damaged tire.
• Lift the vehicle a couple of inches off the ground using the jack.
• Completely remove the lug nuts and the tire.
• Place the spare tire on the wheel and screw the lug nuts on by hand.
• Lower the vehicle and use the tire iron to tighten the lug nuts.
• Put the damaged tire, jack, and tire iron inside your vehicle.
• Get back on the road!
What Do I Do After I’ve Changed My GMC Tire?
Keep in mind that you can only drive a short distance on a spare tire. So head over to Rick Weaver Buick GMC as soon as possible. Our GMC Service Team will inspect the damaged tire to see if it can be repaired or if it needs to be replaced. Then we’ll check the rest of your tires to make sure they’re safe for the road!
How Do I Change a GMC Tire?
Picture it: you’re driving along, and all of a sudden you hear a pop. Maybe your car pulls a bit to one side. And the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light comes on. These are telltale signs that you need to change a tire, and the can happen to all vehicles—including GMC trucks and SUVs.
First, take a deep breath and pull over to a safe place. Put your hazards on and then follow these steps:
• Find your spare tire, jack, and tire iron.
• Loosen the lug nuts on the damaged tire.
• Lift the vehicle a couple of inches off the ground using the jack.
• Completely remove the lug nuts and the tire.
• Place the spare tire on the wheel and screw the lug nuts on by hand.
• Lower the vehicle and use the tire iron to tighten the lug nuts.
• Put the damaged tire, jack, and tire iron inside your vehicle.
• Get back on the road!
What Do I Do After I’ve Changed My GMC Tire?
Keep in mind that you can only drive a short distance on a spare tire. So head over to Rick Weaver Buick GMC as soon as possible. Our GMC Service Team will inspect the damaged tire to see if it can be repaired or if it needs to be replaced. Then we’ll check the rest of your tires to make sure they’re safe for the road!
