Changing A Flat Tire - Honda 1996 Accord Wagon Owner's Manual

Changing a Flat Tire

If you have a flat tire while
driving, stop in a safe place to
change it. Stopping in traffic or
on the shoulder of a busy road is
dangerous. Drive slowly along
the shoulder until you get to an
exit or an area to stop that is far
away from the traffic lanes.
The car can easily roll off the
jack, seriously injuring anyone
underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the car when it
is supported only by the jack.
1. Park the car on firm, level
ground away from traffic.
Turn on the hazard warning
Taking Care of the Unexpected
lights, and turn the ignition to
LOCK (0).
2. Put the transmission in Park
(automatic) or Reverse
(5-speed). Set the parking
brake. Have all of the
passengers get out of the car
when you change the tire.
3. Open the tailgate. Raise the
cargo area floor by lifting up
on the back edge. Attach the
hook to the roof line.
4. Take the tool kit out of the
cargo area.
5. Unscrew the wing bolt, and
take the spare tire out of
its well.
6. Turn the end bracket on the
jack counterclockwise to
loosen it, and then remove
the jack.