1997 Ford Thunderbird Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
1997 Ford Thunderbird Manual
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4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise, but do not remove them until the tire is raised off the ground. You should pull up on the handle rather than push to develop maximum force to loosen wheel lug nuts. See Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts later in this chapter for information on removing anti-theft lug nuts. Find the underbody notches closest to the wheel to be removed. Center the jack between (2) underbody notches and turn the handle of the jack clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. Removing and Replacing the Tire 1. 179
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