What is the correct order of actions while changing a wheel?
- Release two nuts, lift the vehicle with the jack stand and then release the nuts completely.
- Correct answer: Loosen the retaining/screw nuts, lift the vehicle with the jack stand, and then completely release all the nuts.
- Lift the vehicle with the jack stand and then release the nuts completely.
- Release the nuts completely and lift the vehicle with the jack stand.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Loosen the retaining/screw nuts, lift the vehicle with the jack stand, and then completely release all the nuts.
While the wheel still rests on the ground, friction stops it from turning, so the tight nuts can be loosened safely and easily. If you try this after lifting, the wheel spins freely and the car may shift on the jack. Removing the nuts completely before lifting is dangerous, because the wheel is no longer properly secured while the car's weight is still on it.