If you have to deal with a flat tire, follow these steps. Make sure you’re in a safe area away from traffic and that you have as much space as possible to lay down your tools and jack. Do not change your tire in high-traffic areas or where there is not a sizable area to do the job free of distraction or confusion. Find a safe location Put on your hazard lights Loosen the loose lug nuts that are holding the tire in place Jack up your VW model until the tire is a half-foot off of the ground Carefully remove the lug nuts and pull the tire towards you to detach it from the wheelbase Replace the flat tire with the spare tire Replace the lug nuts, lower the jack Tighten the lug nuts on the spare tire Safely store your tools and the flat tire