Honda 1996 Prelude Owner's Manual page 185

Changing a Flat Tire
BRAKE HUB
12. Before mounting the spare tire,
wipe any dirt off the mounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a cloth.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
13. Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.
14. Lower the car to the ground and
remove the jack.