How to Change a Flat Tire in San Antonio, TX
Changing a flat tire isn’t as tricky as you might think, but there are a few basic tools that you need to know how to use to make your attempt successful. Check out this guide from our World Car Kia North experts to learn more!
Necessary Tools
When doing a tire change, you’ll want to ensure you have all of the following items on hand. A jack, a lug wrench, and a tire pressure gauge are all necessary. Contrary to what some people mistakenly believe, you don’t need to have a whole toolbox at your disposal. Of course, the only other component you’ll need to have is a spare tire, so if your car doesn’t already have one of those in its trunk or attached to the undercarriage, then you’ll want to seek one out. After that, you’ll be all ready to tackle changing a flat tire should the situation arise.
How to Remove a Flat Tire
Whether it’s in our Service Department or an environment with more risk factors, the process of removing a flat tire starts with safety first. If you were driving on a busy highway like I-10, then you need to pull over to the shoulder so that you’re out of harm’s way and not acting as a hazard to your fellow motorists. Once you’ve done that, you can gather all your equipment and begin the tire changing process. Start by using the lug wrench to partially unscrew the lug nuts of the wheel that’s been damaged, but don’t undo them completely. You can then place the jack beneath the frame of your car and elevate it off the ground before removing the lug nuts completely and taking the wheel off. You then might want to place the wheel beneath the frontside frame of your car as a secondary support, as in the unlikely event that the jack gives out, you won’t be able to get your car back up off the ground.
How to Install a Spare Tire
To install your spare tire, align its holes with where the lug nuts connect to the axle of your car. Once you’ve put the wheel in place, you can start reinserting each of the lug nuts and tightening them partially to ensure they won’t fall out. You’ll then want to lower your car back to the ground before tightening them completely, as installing them all the way before you remove the jack will lead to an imbalance in the spare tire. We then recommend using your tire pressure gauge to check how much air pressure is in the tire before you make your way to our location in San Antonio. Also, note that spare tires are usually only good for up to 50 miles of travel, so you’ll want to visit our dealership to get a new component right away.
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“ Yesterday, June 29; 2018; my mother took in her car to get serviced at Mazda KIA North 12115 IH 35 North in San Antonio. The service we received was amazing, but this is not the reason I am writing. The young lady that helped us is the reason I am writing. Unfortunately we did not get her name but the way she treated us was, for lack of finding the just words....Angelic!!! She made us feel so welcome, at ease and as a part of a family. This meant the world to me because I value and treasure my family. As as a school teacher, my time is very consumed with tasks all year round and I often worry about my elderly mother & brother. She is on a fixed income (Social Security Check) & my brother is a recent cancer survivor. If this was not enough, we recently had a death in the family, so you can say we were having a rough week. The young lady was very caring and very helpful. We just wanted to let Management know about the magnificent job this young lady is doing. Please let her and her supervisors know about the great job she is doing. ”
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“ This is where all my maintenance will be done the girls or women working there we're great I have no problems with them at all all my work will be done here ”
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“ This location has absolutely phenomenal service. The gentleman T.C gave excellent assistance to us and was very knowledgeable. He answered every question that we had and put us in a vehicle far beyond our expectations. I recommend this location to anyone looking for a vehicle and amazing service. ”
4 Star Review
“ Good place ”
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“ TC hooked me up after waiting patiently for me to thru 2 funerals and working overtime He got me the vehicle I requested and explained all the working of my new Kia Stinger and gave me a great trade in price for my Optima Thanks TC ”
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“ I purchased my Kia from another dealership out of state. I was having issues with my A/C and tried to get them to check it out. Called on the phone explaining the issues. They asked me to bring the car in. They checked it and said it would be about 4 hours. They supplied a shuttle to my work and even provided a shuttle 4 hours later from my job back to pick my vehicle up! They fixed everything free of cost!!! I cant truly say how happy i was with the entire experience and service provided. If they happen to read this, huge shout out to Ms. Jonny with the service department, you were extremely courteous and helpful. ”
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“ Had a very good experience here, my salesperson TC answered all my questions and made my buying experience very comfortable. The whole process went as smooth as possible and only took about 4 hours. I will recommend to friends and family looking for a vehicle. ”
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“ Great service ”
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“ Very friendly people ”
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“ We had a great experience a WC Kia. We came in with our eyes on the Sorrento and a goal in mind on our monthly payment. Our salesman, TC, found us exactly what we were looking for. He even gave us a call a few weeks later to check up on us to see how we were doing with our new ride. Thanks TC, when we finally move on to the minivan we will give you a call. ”
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“ Good give it a 5 star rating ”
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“ Recommend world car Kia , service department really helpful ”
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“ Fast service and great attitudes. ”
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“ They have always been so helpful and the only dealership I have not been taken advantage of once, in fact I really feel like they actually do care about me and my car, genuinely concerned and have gone above and beyond for me!! Lindsey in the service department is a top notch employee, the best of the best. This dealership and service department is fortunate to have such an outstanding lady working for them as well as the customers she assists. Thanks for being so helpful and honest and not being like so many others that take advantage of people. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! ”
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“ Worked here! Then bought a car from here! Just had the awesome Kia roadside warranty tow my car in and guess what? Their service department and mechanics are the best! The only place to buy a Kia From! Thanks Joni and everyone! ”
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“ Buying a KIA from World Car (formally Legend) has been a great experience. I mainly use their service center now but you can bet I'm buying another vehicle from them. To the young lady at service checkin, keep up the great work! ”
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“ Nice people ”
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“ They work. With you. ”
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“ For starters, I was a first time car buyer, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Tony was extremely patient and helpful, and I never felt like I was getting the 'run around'. I intended to purchase a used mazda, but at the end of the day I ended up with a brand new Kia! (That was my choice, no pressuring from Tony at all) Tony spent time looking for used cars within my price range, honestly trying to find something that would work. Kia wasn't on my radar, but when my Dad brought it up, and we started talking about it, Tony was able to assist us with that purchase, even taking us over to the Kia office (Really in the same parking lot) to finish. All in all, I have no regrets, and I happily recommend you go talk to Tony if you're looking to purchase a car. ”
“ I hope this message gets to the right place. I would like to tell you about my experience with your service department. I received a letter from Kia USA about an update to my 2015 Kia. I decided to take it to your dealership because its near my home. Walking into the service department I was greeted by one of your associates and immediately felt great about stopping in. My service advisor was Lindsey Lewis. I can't say enough about her professionalism and manner. She really is a gem and I hope you appreciate her. If all your associates conduct themselves like her you are going to be very successful. Let me assure you that by this one person going above and beyond all my future car purchases will be with your location. I would like to thank you again and please tell Lindsey she made my day much brighter. Lauren R. ”