Changing A Road Wheel - Ford F-650 Owner's Manual

The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
Note: The suspension insulation and
bumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Do
not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
• If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying that
the chains do not touch any wiring,
brake lines or fuel lines.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains
rub or bang against your vehicle, stop
and retighten the chains. If this does
not work, remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are
no longer needed. Do not use tire
chains on dry roads.
If you have any questions regarding snow
chains or cables, please contact your
authorized dealer.

CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL

If you get a flat tire while driving, do not
apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease your speed. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.
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Wheels and Tires
Tire Change Procedure
moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
transmission is in park (P).
(P), set the parking brake and block (in
both directions) the wheel that is
diagonally opposite (other side and end of
the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
someone else could be seriously injured.
road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Note: Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.
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I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent the vehicle from
To help prevent the vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure to place the transmission in park
Never get underneath a vehicle that
is supported only by a jack. If the
vehicle slips off the jack, you or
Do not attempt to change a tire on
the side of the vehicle close to
moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
Turn the engine off and block the wheel
that is diagonally opposite of the flat
tire using a wheel chock.