Is it a steel wheel or an alloy? Some rust may have formed, and isn't allowing it to release.

If all 4 lugs are off, hit it harder (a few really firm kicks to the tire sidewall should do it; check that jack first!).

You could also try some penetrating oil by each lug, but don't let it get on a braking surface or pad/shoe.

If there's enough rust to hold the wheel on, I hope you don't need much brake work; probably more rust jamming things together in there.


1995 Contour GL V6 ATX T/C 1986 Mustang GT 5.0 2000 Windstar LX