Changing A Wheel - MG MG3 Owner's Handbook Manual

Changing a Wheel

If possible, choose a safe place to stop away from the main
thoroughfare. Always ask your passengers to get out of the
car and wait in a safe area away from other traffic.
Switch on hazard lights. If available, position a warning
triangle or a flashing amber light 50 to 150 metres (150
to 500 ft) behind your vehicle to warn approaching traffic.
Before changing a wheel, ensure the front wheels are in the
straight ahead position, apply the parking brake and select
first gear.
Observe the following precautions:
• Ensure the jack is positioned on firm, level ground;
NEVER on soft ground, or over metal gratings or
manhole covers. DO NOT place additional material
between the jack and the ground, this may jeopardise
the safety of the jacking operation.
• If jacking on a slope is essential, place chocks at the front
and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the one to be
removed.
• NEVER jack the car with passengers inside or with a
caravan or trailer connected!
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Positioning the Jack
NEVER work beneath the car with the jack
as the only means of support. The jack is
designed for wheel changing only!
NEVER jack the car using any jacking points
other than the designated points shown.
Serious damage to the car could result.
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