Tire repair
Air Loss
How can I check my tires for wear problems?
Tires often give their owners signs of problems in plenty of time to have them corrected. Learn to "read" these early warning signs and you can prevent many wear problems that shorten tire life by thousands of miles. Here are some of the most common problems..
How much air should I put in my tires?
Proper inflation is the most important part of tire care. The inflation pressure marked on the side of the tire is the MAXIMUM operating pressure and is not necessarily the right inflation for your vehicle. Always use the inflation recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. It is usually written in your owner's manual, posted on the edge of the driver's door, or on the inside of the fuel door. Always check inflation of the COLD tire: when the vehicle has been driven less than 2 km, otherwise at least one hour after driving. Use a good quality tire gauge. Check or adjust inflation every few weeks, before any long trip or if traveling with a heavy load. And don't forget to check the spare tire. Are you interested to learn more? See Technical Manual.
Is it safe to repair a flat tire?
If a tire loses all or most of its air pressure, it must be removed from the wheel for a complete internal inspection to be sure it's not damaged. Tires that are run even short distances while flat are often damaged beyond repair. Most punctures nail holes, or cuts up to 6 mm - confined to the tread - may be satisfactorily repaired by trained personnel using industry-approved methods. Don't repair tires with tread punctures larger than 6 mm, or any sidewall puncture. Also, never repair tires which are worn below 1,6 mm tread depth . Your best bet is to make sure your spare tire is always ready to do the job. Check it regularly for proper air pressure and be sure that it is in good shape.
How can I check my tires for wear problems?
Tires often give their owners signs of problems in plenty of time to have them corrected. Learn to "read" these early warning signs and you can prevent many wear problems that shorten tire life by thousands of miles. Here are some of the most common problems..
How much air should I put in my tires?
Proper inflation is the most important part of tire care. The inflation pressure marked on the side of the tire is the MAXIMUM operating pressure and is not necessarily the right inflation for your vehicle. Always use the inflation recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. It is usually written in your owner's manual, posted on the edge of the driver's door, or on the inside of the fuel door. Always check inflation of the COLD tire: when the vehicle has been driven less than 2 km, otherwise at least one hour after driving. Use a good quality tire gauge. Check or adjust inflation every few weeks, before any long trip or if traveling with a heavy load. And don't forget to check the spare tire. Are you interested to learn more? See Technical Manual.
Is it safe to repair a flat tire?
If a tire loses all or most of its air pressure, it must be removed from the wheel for a complete internal inspection to be sure it's not damaged. Tires that are run even short distances while flat are often damaged beyond repair. Most punctures nail holes, or cuts up to 6 mm - confined to the tread - may be satisfactorily repaired by trained personnel using industry-approved methods. Don't repair tires with tread punctures larger than 6 mm, or any sidewall puncture. Also, never repair tires which are worn below 1,6 mm tread depth . Your best bet is to make sure your spare tire is always ready to do the job. Check it regularly for proper air pressure and be sure that it is in good shape.