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How to Change a Flat Tire
By David Fiedler, About.com Guide
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Test, then Ride!
Once the wheel is back on, spin it hard once and allow it to turn freely to make sure the wheel is aligned properly. This means no wobbles, no rubbing against the brake pads, and that the axle is seated securely in the drop-outs, which are the slots on your frame that hold your wheels in place.
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- Remove Wheel From Bike
- Remove the Tire from the Rim
- Separate the Valve Stem from the Rim
- Take the Tube Out of the Tire
- Put the New Tube in Your Tire
- Replace Tire on the Rim
- Seat the Tire Snugly on Rim
- Inflate The Tube
- Put the Wheel Back On Your Bike
- Test, then Ride!
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