172
Roadside emergencies
CHANGING A WHEEL
It is extremely important to
observe the following
precautions before jacking up the
vehicle:
•
Park your vehicle in such a
position that neither the traffic
nor you are hindered or endan-
gered when changing a wheel.
Alert other drivers by setting up
a warning triangle, and switch on
the hazard warning lights.
The vehicle jack must only
be used to carry out wheel
changes. Do not work under the
vehicle when it is supported only
by the jack.
•
Ensure that the vehicle is on
firm, level ground.
If necessary, secure your vehicle
further by blocking the wheels
with suitable chocks.
Make sure that the front wheels
are pointing straight ahead.
Apply the handbrake and select
first or reverse gear. If the vehicle
has an automatic transmission,
select the P position.
•
•
•
•
To Next Page
