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Every Wednesday, YNN’s Ed Keiner helps drivers get to know their vehicle better by providing tips on how to understand and correct your car’s mechanical problems -from changing your flat tire to jumping your car’s battery, Keiner proves to be Your Driver’s Ed. Our National Automotive Correspondent, Lauren Fix, shares information on the latest vehicles and safety information in The Car Coach Mondays on YNN.



02/01/2012 01:43 PM

Your Driver's Ed: Changing a flat tire

By: YNN Staff

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A flat tire is a common nuisance that almost all drivers have to deal with at some point, but if you’re prepared, a flat shouldn’t slow you down greatly.

Fortunately, most cars now come equipped with the tools and gear needed to get back on the road in no time, but without practice, changing a tire could prove to be a challenge.

Using your car’s manual as a guide, it’s a good idea go through all of the steps in your free time at home. You don’t want to learn how to change a tire on the side of the road in the rain.

Click the video above for more tips.