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In Case of an EmergencyFlat Tire6. Block the wheel diagonally oppositethe flat tire. When blocking a wheel,place a tire block both in front andbehind the tire.NOTEForce the end of the lug wrench firmlybetween wheel and cover, or removalwill be difficult.CAUTIONThere is a valve-stem mark inside thewheel cap. When installing the wheelcap, align this mark with the tire's valvestem.Damage could occur during installationif the wheel cover is not properlyaligned.NOTEWhen blocking a tire, use rocks orwood blocks of sufficient size to holdthe tire in place.2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning themcounterclockwise one turn each, butdon't remove any lug nuts until the tirehas been raised off the ground.qRemoving a Flat Tire1. If your vehicle is equipped with awheel cover, pry off the wheel coverwith the beveled end of the lug wrench.7-7